In Spain, American actor Jack Taylor, known for his roles in European horror films and cult films of the 20th century, passed away at the age of 100. The artist did not live to see his centenary by just a few months.
Actor Jack Taylor passed away at the age of 99. The horror film star died yesterday in Spain, where he had lived for over 60 years. The news of the actor's death was reported by El Mundo, and the information was also confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. Jack Taylor died in Spain, where he lived for more than 60 years. He was set to turn 100 in October.
Taylor is primarily known for his supporting roles in European horror films. Jack appeared in Jesús Franco's horror film 'Count Dracula' alongside Christopher Lee in the lead role; he also appeared in other niche films by the director — 'Vampyros Lesbos' and 'Eugenie'. In the early 80s, the film 'Conan the Barbarian' starring Arnold Schwarzenegger was released, in which Taylor played a priest. In 1999, Jack starred in Roman Polanski's 'The Ninth Gate'.
The artist was born in Oregon City, Oregon. Taylor tried to build a career in his homeland, even appearing on the popular television show 'The Jack Benny Program', which also featured Marilyn Monroe. However, success eluded Jack, and he decided to try his luck in another country.
The actor moved to Mexico, where he learned Spanish and began acting in films. In the early 60s, the American arrived in Spain, where he performed on stage. Eventually, Taylor decided to stay in Europe. Two years later, he appeared in the legendary film 'Cleopatra' with Elizabeth Taylor. However, the role was so tiny that it is nearly impossible to spot Jack in it.
According to the editorial team, Jack Taylor became one of those actors whose names were not always in the spotlight, but without whom the atmosphere of European genre cinema of the last century is unimaginable. His works will forever remain a part of the classic era of horror and adventure cinema.
