Ron Taylor
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ronald James Taylor (October 16, 1952 – January 16, 2002) was an American actor. Chiefly famous for his role as Stanley in Vinnie and Bobby in 1992 he also had a host of other guest appearances in popular television to his name including providing the voice for "Bleeding Gums" Murphy in The Simpsons. He also starred in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine as a Klingon chef. He also originated the role of Audrey II in the original Off- Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors. Taylor's acting debut was in the 1983 comedy Trading Places where he was credited as Big Black Guy. Ron married Deborah Sharpe and they stayed married till his death, and they had a child named Adamah together.[1] The date they married is unknown. He was also a writer for Forever Knight (1992) and The Sentinel (1996). On January 16, 2002 Taylor died of a heart attack at the age of 49. The Simpsons episode "Sweets and Sour Marge" was dedicated to him. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ron Taylor, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Ron Taylor Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ron Taylor reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ron Taylor's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Ron Taylor's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains A Cool Like That Christmas, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ron Taylor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ron Taylor's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ron Taylor has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Ritual | Superintendant Archibald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | In the Line of Duty: The Price of Vengeance | Reddick | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Cool Like That Christmas | Reverend (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Deadfall | The Baby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Lush Life | Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Amos & Andrew | Sherman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | There Goes the Neighborhood | Bubble Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Rover Dangerfield | Mugsy / Bruno (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bodyguard | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | People Like Us | Man at Victim's Meeting | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Heart Condition | Bubba | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Second Sight | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Relentless | Captain Blakely | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Collision Course | Auto Worker Bowling Alley #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Mighty Quinn | McKeon | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Who's That Girl | 1st Dock Worker | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | My Little Pony | Scorpan / The Prince (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Exterminator 2 | Dude | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | Lao Chie (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Ice Pirates | Pimp Robot (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Trading Places | Big Black Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Leonard Bernstein's Mass | Street Chorus Soloist: "Easy" | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Scott Joplin | John Stark's Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Ron Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ron Taylor?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Taylor is "A Cool Like That Christmas" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Ron Taylor acted in?
Ron Taylor has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ron Taylor?
Other notable films include "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom", "Trading Places", and "Lush Life".