R.I.P. Meshach Taylor

Meshach Taylor, an actor who was beloved for his role in Designing Women, passed away last night in his home outside of Los Angeles after losing his battle with cancer. He was 67.
The death was confirmed by his agent of over a decade, Dede Binder of Defining Artists Agency, who said Taylor had been gravely ill over the past few days. He died with his wife, mother and his children around him. “He was one of the good ones who was well respected in our community and rightly so,” said Binder. “He was wonderful spirit full of life, and I had the honor of representing him. I know when people think of him, they smile.”
Taylor last starred in an episode of Criminal Minds on Jan. 21st of this year as a homeless veteran. He also on Dave’s World for five years and for three years on Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide. After the wildly popular turn on Designing Women for which he earned an Emmy nomination, he continued to work in both film and television, in everything from Mannequin to guest stars on such shows as Caroline in the City, The Drew Carey Show, Hannah Montana and Jessie. Prior to Designing Women, he worked opposite Dabney Coleman in Buffalo Bill.
He was also an activist and fought for the rights of those in the LBTG community and was a dedicated family man. He is survived by Bianca, his four children and his mother. ... Read More »

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