Saxon is survived by his wife, Gloria, and son, Antonio. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I will.miss him so. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. Saxon was born as Carmine Orrico in Brooklyn, New York in 1935. sympathy goes out to the family of John Saxon. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Saxon died of pneumonia in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, his wife, Gloria, told The Hollywood Reporter. He was married to Mary Ann Murphy from 1967 to 1979, Elizabeth Saxon from 1987 to 1992 and, since 2008, to Gloria Martel. Mr. Saxon with Bruce Lee (in black) in the 1973 martial-arts classic Enter the Dragon. In order to make it look real, he once said of his fight scenes, I damn near killed myself.. Among his major Hollywood feature roles was playing a martial artist alongside Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. John will live on forever in his films. I did a scene with an actress at Universal and they said, OK, the actor recalled in 2012. We were lifelong friends, he was much more than a celebrity, she said, describing him as an amazing, deeply disciplined and compassionate man., He marched in Selma with Martin Luther King [Jr.] and remained an advocate for all those oppressed on this Earth. He won a Golden Globe in 1958 as Most Promising Newcomer Male. Also six million dollar man comes to mind. John Saxon, rugged screen veteran who starred in 'Enter the Dragon,' dies at 83 By Harrison Smith July 26, 2020 at 11:49 p.m. EDT Actors John Saxon and Bruce Lee, with producer Raymond Chow,. May you treasure fond memories and may the comfort God gives be with you. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. J'ai vu Opration Dragon (Enter the Dragon) l'ge de 13 ans en 1974 : Vous avez toujours t et vous serez toujours ROPER pour moi ! All Rights Reserved. Loved his movies and TV appearances enter the dragon of course. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. You were the "man" . His film rsum also included Mario Bavas Evil Eye (1963), Otto Premingers The Cardinal (1963), Blood Beast From Outer Space (1965), The Swiss Conspiracy (1976), Wrong Is Right (1982), Richard Brooks Fever Pitch (1985), Beverly Hills Cop III (1994) and Gods Ears (2008). Share. Mr. Saxon was perhaps best known for co-starring in the martial arts classic Enter the Dragon (1973), the last movie Lee completed before his death at age 32. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. He was born Carmine Orrico on Aug. 5, 1936, the eldest of three children of an Italian immigrant house painter. He will be missed. To me, John Saxon was more than just an actor, but also a true humanitarian with some of the roles he played on film and TV. Such a great actor. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. As I search the sky at night, I will look for the new star that is his. He started studying martial arts when he came to Hollywood. John was the good or bad guy and been with him since EnterTD, and 6MDMan. Survivors also include his son, Antonio, and his sister, Dolores. That film gave him a chance to employ the martial arts skills he had been honing for years, but the work, he told Black Belt magazine, was harder than he expected. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time. Saxon is perhaps best remembered for his role as Lt. Don Thompson, father of Nancy Thompson, in Wes Craven's A . RIP John- Pat D. RIP John Saxon. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. John Saxon, who skipped school one day as a teenager and stumbled into a long film and television career that included recurring roles on Falcon Crest and other series and a featured role opposite Bruce Lee in the martial-arts classic Enter the Dragon in 1973, died on Saturday in Brentwood, Tenn. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER JOHN WHEN HE WAS CAST AS DYLAN HUNT IN GENE RODDENBERRY'S SEQUEL TO "GENESIS II" CALLED "PLANET EARTH". Woodlawn-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home & Woodlawn Memorial Park, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I will.miss him so. Mr. Saxon was a great actor. Saxon played the cop Donald Thompson in the first and third films in the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, where hes eventually killed by Freddy Kruegers skeleton. I was 14. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. His first film credits were in 1954, and in 1956 he was one of the leads in The Unguarded Moment, as a troubled teenager obsessed with his teacher, played by the swimming star Esther Williams. "Well, an amazed Carmine wanted to learn how to do that. Born Carmine Orrico, the son of Italian-American parents, Saxon grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and began modeling while still a teenager. Share. At this sad time, may the God of tender mercies comfort you and may your memories sustain you. He was 83. If this is one way of being on the receiving end of his affections (like the other women in his life), I accept it with all my heart. Rest In Peace. Loved his movies. May his family find some comfort in these loving messages for him. After the early success of Enter the Dragon and Black Christmas made him ubiquitous to genre fans, Saxons work took off more than ever. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY John F. Saxon, 77 MILFORD - John F. Saxon, of Milford, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. You were a big part of my childhood seeing you in movies and TV, always the cool tough guy. Try our free interactive obituary template. The memory of him will be cherished by the legacy he left behind. The Associated Press contributed to this story. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. My condolences to the family. Read Full Obituary. He was married three times, to screenwriter Mary Ann Murphy, airline attendant turned actress Elizabeth Saxon and, since 2008, cosmetician Gloria Martel. His portrayal of a brutal Mexican bandit opposite Marlon Brando in The Appaloosa (1966) earned him a Golden Globe, and he had a recurring role on ABCs Dynasty as Rashid Ahmed, a powerful Middle East tycoon who romanced Alexis Colby (Joan Collins). The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. John was the good or bad guy and been with him since EnterTD, and 6MDMan. His wife stated he passed from pneumonia in his Murfreesboro, TN, in a statement to THR. In loving memory of a wonderful person. Mr. Saxon, who died July 25 at age 83, went on to appear in nearly 200 television and film roles over the next six decades, often playing brooding lawmen or gunslinging bandits. The mid- to late-1950s saw Saxon work as a teen idol with credits in films Rock, Pretty Baby, Summer Love,The Reluctant Debutante, This Happy Feeling, and Cry Tough. I went over to him and told him that at 14 I had a mad crush on him and loved his movie. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Car crashes they dont interest me any more., Peter Green, 1960s guitar hero and co-founder of Fleetwood Mac, dies at 73, Olivia de Havilland, two-time Oscar winner and last surviving star of Gone With the Wind, dies at 104, Josephine Cox, whose fiction dark and hopeful sold 20 million copies, dies at 82. Somehow you find yourself tensing as Mr. Brando, cautious and slow, moves into the alien territory of his wickedly smiling nemesis, who is played by dark-eyed John Saxon with remarkably fearsome oiliness, wrote Crowther. He was 83. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Years earlier, Saxon starred from 1969-72 as the surgeon Theodore Stuart on The New Doctors rotating segment of the NBC drama series The Bold Ones. He wasnt concerned with my being hurt, but he said nobody had ever broken that chair before. 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So iconic during the 60's 70's and 80's. We might do a fight sequence 10 times in a row just for rehearsal, he said. The closest thing to meeting Mr ,Saxon in person was by way of a vendor I had befriended online who sells obscure films and TV shows, who told me he was going to another sci-fi convention in another city (he was aware of my crush on Saxon) and I said in a facetious manner if he happens to see Mr Saxon, please tell him there's a girl in GA who has a deep crush on him. He said that at that time he was 22. John Saxon, the rugged actor who kicked around with Bruce Lee in 'Enter the Dragon' and appeared in three 'Nightmare on Elm Street' movies for director Wes Craven, has died. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. He co-starred with. One photo caught the attention of Henry Willson, a noted Hollywood agent, and at 17 (he fudged his age on the contract to make himself a year older) Mr. Saxon was off to Los Angeles for a screen test. RIP John- Pat D. RIP John Saxon. Publisher Alfred A. Knopf announced Wednesday that Brock-Broido died Tuesday at EDMONTON A Edmonton homeless man whose spontaneous piano performance was viewed on theinternetby millions ofpeople has died. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including Enter the Dragon alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street movies. I will continue to watch your movies in your honor. Soon after Universal Studios contracted him and requested he be renamed to John Saxon. He was NEW YORK Lucie Brock-Broido, a prize-winning poet and educator, has died at age 61. The closest thing to meeting Mr ,Saxon in person was by way of a vendor I had befriended online who sells obscure films and TV shows, who told me he was going to another sci-fi convention in another city (he was aware of my crush on Saxon) and I said in a facetious manner if he happens to see Mr Saxon, please tell him there's a girl in GA who has a deep crush on him. He was also notably skilled in judo and karate. Influenced many. Among other characters, Saxon portrayed an Indian chief on the popular TV Western series Bonanza and Marco Polo on the futuristic hit TV show The Time Tunnel, according to IMDB. You will be missed! Sad day. I saw his movie: The Reluctant Debutante and loved it. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. My condolences I am his films big fan may his soul rest in peace. May his family find some comfort in these loving messages for him. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Send us a tip using our annonymous form. "Mrs. Saxon was so sure he'd hold out until his birthday -- the 5th of August." 27, 2020. Farewell, sir. In loving memory of a wonderful person. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. This handsome gentleman can now rest in peace as his journey continues on to heaven----Jane M., Austerlitz, NY. I remember the movies he played in, he was a very talented actor who will be missed. You will be sorely missed. One of my all time favorite actors. Saxon won a Golden Globe for best supporting actor in 1966 for his role alongside Marlon Brando in The Appaloosa.. I have not forgotten you as an actor. May God continue to provide comfort, peace, and endurance to the family today, tomorrow, and always. Mr. Saxon reprised the role in the sequel Dream Warriors (1987) and also appeared in Wes Cravens New Nightmare (1994), a meta riff on the earlier movies. Walking out of a movie theater after skipping class at New Utrecht High School, he was spotted by a male modeling agent and then appeared in magazines like True Romances. (Robert Redford and Sydney Pollack also were in the cast, and the three would reunite in 1979 for The Electric Horseman.). John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Known at the time as Carmine Orrico, he was the only son of an Italian immigrant painter and dock worker, with dark hair, dramatic eyebrows and chiseled features that caught the eye of a male-modeling agent, who handed his business card to the teenager as he walked out of the Times Square movie palace. Years ago I saw John's picture in a movie magazine called Modern Screen and fell in love with him. His name was changed to John Saxon. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. He was charming. RIP John Thanks for being part of my youth. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Such a wonderful Actor. So iconic during the 60's 70's and 80's. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. MURFREESBORO, Tenn. Actor John Saxon, a versatile actor with a lengthy and prolific career who starred with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon and appeared in several Nightmare on Elm Street movies, has died at his home in Tennessee, according to the Hollywood Reporter. This handsome gentleman can now rest in peace as his journey continues on to heaven----Jane M., Austerlitz, NY. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. "A young Carmine watched a war movie where an American soldier met a small Japanese soldier. Westerns and horror-film actor John Saxon, a Brooklyn native and star in the original A Nightmare on Elm Street, died Saturday, Deadline reported. I loved all your work. MURFREESBORO, Tenn. Actor John Saxon, a versatile actor with a lengthy and prolific career who starred with Bruce Lee in "Enter the Dragon" and appeared in several "Nightmare on Elm Street" movies, has died at his home in Tennessee, according to the Hollywood Reporter. He was charming. I never got around to thanking him in person, but I hope he won't mind if we meet in the next life, I would love to give him a big hug and kiss of thanks! I have Asperger's syndrome and was moved to tears when I saw his release of 'God's Ears' because there was so much in that movie (next to 'Rainman' and 'Forrest Gump') I could strongly relate to and have been blessed in the sense I have a life partner and friend of 31 yrs who has been there for me and helping me reach my potential in ways I never thought were possible. And to think, he called Murfreesboro, Tn home, as well! Read Full Obituary. He co-starred with Bruce Lee in Enter The Dragon and starred in Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street in 1984. Willson was credited for representing and helping to develop the careers of male stars like Rock Hudson and Tab Hunter, the outlet said. According to IMDB, Saxon starred in nearly 200 movies and TV shows after his 1954 debut, with roles on detective shows and horrors including "A Nightmare on Elm Street." He was more concerned about the chair than me. Enter The Dragon, Nightmare on Elm Street two of the unforgettable roles you played. The two men played competitors and allies at an international martial arts competition, and met at Lees Hong Kong home shortly before filming began. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. He said he did see Mr Saxon at the show and sent me a photo of him with a personal message, which read "THANKS FOR BEING SUCH A BIG FAN, GINA-MARIA!" Take care bye, Meus psames aos familiares descanse em paz e que Deus conforte toda a famlia abraos, Meus psames aos familiares descanse em paz que Deus o receba de braos abertos, Meus psames aos familiares descanse em paz. One of my all time favorite actors. Serious. Read Full Obituary. Pour moi John vous avez toujours t et vous serez toujours Mr ROPER !!! The interviews I saw with him were such an inspiration. Sincerely, Joyce Granville - San Francisco Bay Area, A LEGEND IN HIS OWN TIME WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN LOVE YOU IN ENTER THE DRAGON GOD BLESS WILL BE MISSED. The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Unforgettable. Read Full Obituary. Saxon lived in Brentwood for many years and in 1986 was named Brentwoods 20th honorary mayor, succeeding actor Mark Harmon. Published Jul 27, 2020. Pour moi John vous avez toujours t et vous serez toujours Mr ROPER !!! David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. American actor John Saxon, who starred opposite Bruce Lee in the classic film "Enter the Dragon," has died at 83. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. John never got the credit for his many outstanding talents. He was 83. We invite you to share condolences for . His name was changed to John Saxon, and he signed a contract that paid him $150 a week for 40 weeks a year. John Saxon, the rugged actor who kicked around with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon and appeared in three Nightmare on Elm Street movies for director Wes Craven, died Saturday. My deepest, He was a wonderful character actor, he seemed like a down to earth humble person,R.I.P. Mr. Saxon considered his work in the film among his best performances. Mr. Saxons role in The Appaloosa was evidence of an attribute that kept him working during that period, when Hollywood was less concerned about cross-racial casting than it is today: He played a Mexican bandit. Never shy about showing off his machismo, Saxon also co-starred with Clint Eastwood in Joe Kidd (1972) and played a dirty union lawyer in Andrew McLaglens Mitchell (1975). John RIP! A son of Brooklyn whose smoldering good looks got him to Hollywood, where he once starred with Marlon Brando and, by Mr. Saxons lights, outacted him. May you find comfort in your treasured memories of John and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead. What an incredible actor he was. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. That movie is closer to my feelings about what I want to do with my career, he told the Memphis Commercial Appeal in 2011. Mr. Saxon interest in martial arts had been sparked as a young man. Sincere condolences and prayers for his family and many fans . May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. Among his 200-plus credits, hes best known for playing the patriarch police officer in the Nightmare series, appearing in the first entry, as well as the 1987 sequel A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and the meta 1994 chapter Wes Cravens New Nightmare, where he revived his role as well as played a fictionalized version of himself. Share Obituary. An Italian-American from Brooklyn, Saxon played characters of various ethnicities during his long career. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. Mr. Saxon also guest-starred on the long-running NBC series Bonanza and portrayed bandits or cowhands in movies such as The Unforgiven (1960), directed by John Huston; Joe Kidd (1972), starring Clint Eastwood and Robert Duvall; and The Electric Horseman (1979), with Robert Redford and Jane Fonda. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Saxons career included roles in some 200 films, and spanned more than 60 years. Share Obituary. John was a very considerate man and a lovely person . As I search the sky at night, I will look for the new star that is his. His other survivors, in addition to his son, include a sister, Dolores. Condolences to the family. My deepest condolences to the Saxon family, may God grant you comfort and peace as you go through this very difficult time of your loss. Mr. Saxon was later featured on the soap operas Dynasty and Falcon Crest; directed a zombie horror film, Death House (1988); and appeared in movies such as Beverly Hills Cop III (1994). A face from my childhood. We invite you to share condolences. My grief will mark the end of a great friendship but the memories of how much his presence influenced my life and others will last an eternity., Born Carmine Orrico, the son of Italian American parents, Saxon grew up in Brooklyn, N.Y., and began modeling as a teenager. I will continue to watch your movies in your honor. Sign the Guest Book. John Saxon Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images. His other early movies included the Vincente Minnelli comedy The Reluctant Debutante (1958), the Korean War film War Hunt (1962), which co-starred Robert Redford in his first major film role, and Otto Premingers religious drama The Cardinal (1963), in which he played a Catholic womans Jewish fiance. I was putting away guys like crazy, he added, but in order to make it look real I damn near killed myself.. Sonaiya Kelley is an entertainment reporter at the Los Angeles Times. Mr. Saxon was born Carmine Orrico on Aug. 5, 1936, in Brooklyn to Antonio and Anna (Protettore) Orrico. Speaking of the popularity of the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise in a 1987 interview, Saxon said, I am intrigued by horror and fantasy-type things because I think it is a way of magnifying some part of the human mind that is exhibited or projected in a highly distorted way.". I hope heaven is beautiful for you! Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. He was an excellent actor who should have been recognized for awards by the industry. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Ways to honor John Saxon's life and legacy. We will love you and miss you always. Influenced many. After graduating high school he studied with famous acting coach Stella Adler. Updated. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including Enter the Dragon alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street movies. An alumna of Stony Brook Universitys School of Journalism and the Bronx High School of Science, you can find her on Twitter @sonaiyak and on Instagram @sonaiya_k. Rest in Peace Mr. John Saxon. I remember the movies he played in, he was a very talented actor who will be missed. Anyone can read what you share. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. My prayers are with you and your family great actor sorry for your loss Georgia Velasquez Denver Colorado. John Saxon, character actor known for his roles in Westerns and horror films, died Saturday. john saxon was a great and human being loved him in the movie fast company with another legend claudia jennings. Married three times, he is survived by one son. He was great in all his roles he will be missed. He was nominated for the 1966 Best Supporting Actor Golden Globe opposite Marlon Brando inThe Appaloosa. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. I am intrigued by horror and fantasy-type things, he once told the Associated Press, because I think it is a way of magnifying some part of the human mind that is exhibited or projected in a highly distorted way.. Words like smoldering and brooding were often affixed to his name in reviews of his early work. Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, J.P. Richardson "The Big Bopper" and Roger Peterson, Making the holiday season bearable during grief. He said that at that time he was 22. John was, I always thought, the most handsome man I had ever seen, followed by Clark Gable and Tom Selleck. We invite you to share condolences for . As Saxon aged, he transitioned into a character actor, working across Europe in the 60s, including roles in Mario Bavas seminal giallo The Girl Who Knew Too Much, and other films shot in Italy, the Philippines and Britain. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. The fight at the end of the show was awesome. Share. Thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was 83. He also appeared locally onstage, including starring as Sky Masterson in a 1973 Long Beach Civic Light Opera production of Guys and Dolls, replacing Richard Dreyfuss in The Tenth Man at the Solari Theater in 1977 and appearing in Talk About Money at the Tiffany Theater in 1999. Was a big fan in my teens. He then caught the eye of legendary talent agent Henry Willson, who spotted Saxon on the cover of a magazine and brought him to Hollywood. 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