Link (https://www.eurweb.com/2019/02/we-remember-nataniel-rollo-taylor-sanford-son-dies-at-80/)

Unfortunately we have sad news to report about an old school TV actor. Nathaniel Taylor, known to millions around the world as “Rollo” from the classic comedy series “Sanford and Son,” has passed away. He was 80.

According to his friend, entertainer/promoter Alonzo Williams, Taylor suffered a heart attack and was hospitalized on Saturday (02-23-19). He transitioned yesterday (02-27-19). He would have celebrated his 81st birthday next month on March 31.

Here’s what Williams had to say in honor of his longtime friend and mentor:

“Today black Hollywood lost a 70s legend Nathaniel Taylor better known as “Rollo” of the hit show Sanford and son past Feb 27th at UCLA medical center of complications from a recent heart attack. Taylors character on Sanford and was the lovable, funny but questionable friend of Lamont the co-star of the show. Services are yet to be announced.”

Taylor leaves behind his wife Loretta as well as 4 daughters, two sons and numerous grandkids and great grandkids. Services are yet to be announced

I've been waiting for this thread to pop up all day since I heard the news this morning.

RIP Nathaniel

I've been waiting for this thread to pop up all day since I heard the news this morning.

RIP Nathaniel

Exactly where did you hear about it this morning? I've been online most all day and I haven't seen anything until I found the source above.

Aww, too bad:( Rollo was one of my favorites from Sanford and Son. May Nathaniel Taylor Rest in Peace.

R.I.P. Nathaniel. Always enjoyed his appearances on S & S. :(

I loved him on the show. May he R.I.P.

R.I.P. Nathaniel. Always enjoyed his appearances on S & S. :(

According to Nathaniel, Demond Wilson kept him from being on more episodes and expanding his role.

Q: What was life like on the set?

A: Fun. As long as Redd Foxx was there. If Redd wasn’t there, it was no good.

Q: How many episodes did you do as Rollo?

A: I only did 32 episodes. Demond didn’t let me do no more. Redd and me got along great. The other guy (Demond Wilson)? We didn’t get along too well. It happens.

‘Sanford & Son’ actor Nathaniel Taylor discusses Redd Foxx and classic sitcom (https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/nov/6/sanford-son-actor-nathaniel-taylor-discusses-redd-/)

According to Nathaniel, Demond Wilson kept him from being on more episodes and expanding his role.



‘Sanford & Son’ actor Nathaniel Taylor discusses Redd Foxx and classic sitcom (https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/nov/6/sanford-son-actor-nathaniel-taylor-discusses-redd-/)

It sounds like Wilson is scared that Nathaniel would replace him if Wilson allowed him to expand his role

Sad news indeed. I always enjoyed his appearances on "Sanford and Son" as Rollo. May Nathaniel Taylor rest in peace...he will be missed.

Very sad to hear. I too really enjoyed the Sanford & Son eps. With Rollo!

RIP Nathaniel

Exactly where did you hear about it this morning? I've been online most all day and I haven't seen anything until I found the source above.
It was posted on the FB newsfeed.

It was posted on the FB newsfeed.

If It were I would've seen it.

If It were I would've seen it.
It's in the Antenna TV FB page.

Rest in peace.

Rest in peace

That's sad news. It was so funny when Rollo could not keep a straight face when he was around Fred. Like the following scenes where Rollo try to keep composure when Fred was talking to him (at 10:45 and 15:00 minute mark).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K46dL_b-Cd4

RIP

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We take a look at how Nathaniel Taylor became Rollo and what happened to him later in life.