Nathaniel Taylor (1938-2019) - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Zoneboy · 02-28-2019, 09:18 PM

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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

Heenan Fan · 02-28-2019, 09:24 PM

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

RIP Nathaniel

Zoneboy · 02-28-2019, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Heenan Fan

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.

Theda Bara · 02-28-2019, 10:35 PM

Aww, too bad

Rollo was one of my favorites from Sanford and Son. May Nathaniel Taylor Rest in Peace.

Mr. Television · 02-28-2019, 10:54 PM

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

OH Nuts! · 02-28-2019, 11:07 PM

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

TMC · 03-01-2019, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Television

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.

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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

TVShowAddict · 03-01-2019, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TMC

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

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

EccentricGenius · 03-01-2019, 02:54 PM

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

Bonniegirl · 03-01-2019, 03:00 PM

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

RIP Nathaniel

faraj · 03-02-2019, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Zoneboy

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.

Zoneboy · 03-02-2019, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by faraj

It was posted on the FB newsfeed.

If It were I would've seen it.

faraj · 03-02-2019, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Zoneboy

If It were I would've seen it.

It's in the Antenna TV FB page.

AB · 03-02-2019, 06:01 PM

Rest in peace.

MA · 03-02-2019, 08:38 PM

Rest in peace

02-28-2019, 09:18 PM	#1
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,342	Nathaniel Taylor (1938-2019) Link 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

02-28-2019, 10:54 PM	#5
Mr. Television 22 Years at Sitcoms Online Forum Icon Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Location: Somewhere you're Not Posts: 62,127	R.I.P. Nathaniel. Always enjoyed his appearances on S & S.
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03-02-2019, 06:01 PM	#14
AB Member Eternal Member Forum Icon Join Date: Dec 26, 2006 Location: The South Posts: 59,429	Rest in peace. Attached Images

03-02-2019, 08:38 PM	#15
MA Member Moderator Forum Idol Join Date: May 20, 2017 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 127,182	Rest in peace
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02-28-2019, 09:24 PM	#2
Heenan Fan Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Oct 19, 2016 Posts: 6,001	I've been waiting for this thread to pop up all day since I heard the news this morning. RIP Nathaniel

02-28-2019, 10:35 PM	#4
Theda Bara Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 27, 2006 Posts: 7,154	Aww, too bad Rollo was one of my favorites from Sanford and Son. May Nathaniel Taylor Rest in Peace.

02-28-2019, 11:07 PM	#6
OH Nuts! Member Forum King Join Date: Feb 15, 2005 Posts: 133,383	I loved him on the show. May he R.I.P.

03-01-2019, 02:54 PM	#9
EccentricGenius Member Forum Regular Join Date: Dec 30, 2015 Posts: 766	Sad news indeed. I always enjoyed his appearances on "Sanford and Son" as Rollo. May Nathaniel Taylor rest in peace...he will be missed.

03-01-2019, 03:00 PM	#10
Bonniegirl AKA Hazel Horvath Forum Addict Join Date: Jul 10, 2014 Posts: 65,478	Very sad to hear. I too really enjoyed the Sanford & Son eps. With Rollo! RIP Nathaniel