Everwood and The Soul Man actor John Beasley has died aged 79.
His other notable role was in The Soul Man, in which he played a retied pastor and the father of Cedric the Entertainer's father, in episodes running across the five seasons from 2012 to 2016.He starred in films including Big League in 1994, Rudy in 1993, in which he played Assistant Coach Warren, and Untamed Heart also in 1993.
His films credits also include The Purge: Anarchy in 2014, The General's Daughter in 1999 and Spell, 2020. He also made appearances in TV shows including Brewster Place in 1990 and Laurel Avenue in 1993, as well as the likes of CSI: Miami, NCIS, and The Mandalorian.Beasley's death comes just before he was set to make his Broadway debut, ahead of turning 80.
This would have come after Beasley's appearance in a Chicago stage adaptation of The Notebook, of which the 2004 film sawAs well as his son Mike and daughter-in-law Deena, Beasley is survived by his other son Tyrone and daughter-in-law Katie, and his wife of 58 years, Judy, as well as his grandchildren.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Seven men remanded over attempted murder of John CaldwellThe men appeared in Dungannon Magistrates Court
Read more »
John Caldwell: Seven men in court over attempted murder of detectiveSeven men have been remanded into custody over the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell in Omagh
Read more »
John Stamos admits he was 'angry' at Olsen twins over Fuller HouseJohn Stamos admits he was 'angry' at Olsen twins for turning down Fuller House comeback
Read more »
John Caldwell: Seven men in court over attempted murder of detectiveThe detective was shot after coaching youth football in Omagh, County Tyrone, in February.
Read more »
'Experimental' mill bought by John Lewis in 1953 and kept secret for a decadeFor more than ten years the mill was kept a 'strict secret'
Read more »
John Lewis shoppers swoon over 'pretty and lightweight' £44 dressNobody's Child is known for its bold and fun prints, particularly during this time of the year
Read more »