“Over the past few months we have 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 that Joe E. Tata has passed away.”
In a message posted Thursday on his Instagram account, actor Ian Ziering announced the death, at 85, of Joe E. Tata.
The American comedian is known in France for having played Nat, the owner of the Peach Pit restaurant in the
Beverly Hills
series .
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In 2018, Kelly, his daughter, revealed that he had Alzheimer's disease.
To help her financially overcome this period, she opened a GoFundMe kitty less than a year ago.
She had taken care of him until he signed
“under duress”
a guardianship.
“Joey is one of the happiest people I have ever worked with, he was as generous with his wisdom as he was his kindness. [...] The old-time stories he shared, the incredible experiences in the entertainment industry he was a part of, kept us all captivated. He may have been in the background of many scenes, but he was a leading force, especially for us, on how to appreciate the gift that was
90210 ,
”
added the interpreter of Steve Sanders.
And to conclude:
“My sincere condolences go to his family and his friends, as well as to all those who were dear to him.
Rest in peace Joey”
.
Native of New York, Joe E. Tata appeared in many series such as
Central Hospital
,
Batman
,
Mission impossible
,
Mannix
,
Cannon
,
The streets of San Francisco
,
Wonder Woman
,
Days and our lives
or even
The falling man steeply
.
In 1990, he landed the role of Nat Bussichio in
Beverly Hills
.
There will remain the ten seasons.
In 2008, he reunited with his character in the reboot
90210 Beverly Hills – New Generation
.
Her last screen appearance was in 2014's
Mystery Girls
.
"That's when his health deteriorated
," said his daughter Kelly.
On the announcement of his death, Jason Priestley also wanted to pay tribute to Joe E. Tata.
“Today we lost my dear friend and TV boss, Joe E. Tata.
Nat Bussichio was a big part of
Beverly Hills 90210
and Joey was a big part of my life.
Rest in peace Joe.
There will never be another
, “wrote the interpreter of Brandon Walsh.
Followed a few moments later by Jennie Garth.
“Another great loss for our family today.
I have a very sad heart but I will always remember that smile and that mischievous and affectionate laugh.
I feel like there is a reunion party at the Peach Pit in heaven and I take comfort in knowing that there will be a seat for me one day surrounded by my dear friends
, ”posted the one who embodied Kelly Taylor.