Beverly Hills, 90210 star Joe E. Tata has died aged 85, after a four-year struggle with Alzheimer’s.
The talented actor was best known for his role as Nat Bussichio on the hit show.
His death was confirmed on Thursday (August 25) by his co-star Ian Zerling who released a statement on Instagram.
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Actor Ian shared a photo of Joe from his time on the programme along with a recent of the duo together.
He wrote: “In the last few months we’ve lost Jessica Klein one of 90210’s most prolific writers and producers, Denise Douse who played Mrs. Teasley, and now I’m very sad to say Joe E Tata has passed away.
“Joey was truly an OG, I remember seeing him on the Rockford files with James Garner years before we worked together on 90210. He was often one of the background villains in the original Batman series.
He continued: “One of the happiest people I’ve ever worked with, he was as generous with his wisdom as he was with his kindness. Though the peach pit was a 90210 set, It often felt like the backdrop to the Joe E Tata show.”
His friend then added: “The stories of days gone by that he would share, incredible experiences in the entertainment industry that he was a part of would keep us all captivated.
“He may have been in the back of many scenes, but he was a leading force, especially to us guys, on how to appreciate the gift that 90210 was.
“The Beverly Hills 90210 star concluded: My smile dims today but basking in fond memories moves him from my eyes to my heart where he will always be.
“My sincere condolences go out to his family and friends, and everyone else he was dear too. Rest In peace Joey,” he concluded.
The late actor played Nat on the 90210 series from 1990 until 2000.
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