Taylor Negron
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Born Name:
Brad Stephen Negron
Born Date: August 1, 1957
Born Place: Glendale, California
Died Date: January 10, 2015
Died Place: Los Angeles, California
Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer, artist
Brief Biography: Taylor Negron was known for his sardonic wit and memorable character roles, he appeared in over 20 feature films—most notably as the pizza delivery guy in Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982), Milo in The Last Boy Scout (1991), and David in Angels in the Outfield (1994).
Early Life & Start in Comedy:
Background: Born Brad Stephen Negron in Glendale, California, he grew up in a politically involved family (his father was the mayor of Indian Wells). He was of Puerto Rican, Iranian, and Jewish descent.
Comedy Beginnings: He began performing stand-up at the Comedy Store in West Hollywood at the young age of 15.
Mentorship: While taking classes at UCLA, Negron interned for both Lee Strasberg at the Actors Studio and legendary comedian Lucille Ball.
Acting & Film Career:
Negron’s screen presence was unique, allowing him to seamlessly transition between comedic television and dramatic or action films.
Signature Roles: He is famously remembered for his breezy, scene-stealing turns in Better Off Dead (1985), Punchline (1988), and Stuart Little (1999).
Pop Culture Trivia: He played the role of a pizza delivery guy in three different movies: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982), Bio-Dome (1996), and Vamps (2012).
Television: He was a ubiquitous face on TV, guest-starring in hit shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Friends, Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Wizards of Waverly Place.
Stand-up & Other Artistic Pursuits:
Storytelling: Over the decades, Negron's stand-up style evolved from traditional, observational California humor to deeply personal, narrative storytelling, frequently performing with Beth Lapides' Un-Cabaret.
Writing & Art: Beyond performing, he was an accomplished playwright—penning the acclaimed Gangster Planet—and a visual artist who exhibited his paintings in galleries throughout Los Angeles.
Born Date: August 1, 1957
Born Place: Glendale, California
Died Date: January 10, 2015
Died Place: Los Angeles, California
Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer, artist
Brief Biography: Taylor Negron was known for his sardonic wit and memorable character roles, he appeared in over 20 feature films—most notably as the pizza delivery guy in Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982), Milo in The Last Boy Scout (1991), and David in Angels in the Outfield (1994).
Early Life & Start in Comedy:
Background: Born Brad Stephen Negron in Glendale, California, he grew up in a politically involved family (his father was the mayor of Indian Wells). He was of Puerto Rican, Iranian, and Jewish descent.
Comedy Beginnings: He began performing stand-up at the Comedy Store in West Hollywood at the young age of 15.
Mentorship: While taking classes at UCLA, Negron interned for both Lee Strasberg at the Actors Studio and legendary comedian Lucille Ball.
Acting & Film Career:
Negron’s screen presence was unique, allowing him to seamlessly transition between comedic television and dramatic or action films.
Signature Roles: He is famously remembered for his breezy, scene-stealing turns in Better Off Dead (1985), Punchline (1988), and Stuart Little (1999).
Pop Culture Trivia: He played the role of a pizza delivery guy in three different movies: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982), Bio-Dome (1996), and Vamps (2012).
Television: He was a ubiquitous face on TV, guest-starring in hit shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Friends, Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Wizards of Waverly Place.
Stand-up & Other Artistic Pursuits:
Storytelling: Over the decades, Negron's stand-up style evolved from traditional, observational California humor to deeply personal, narrative storytelling, frequently performing with Beth Lapides' Un-Cabaret.
Writing & Art: Beyond performing, he was an accomplished playwright—penning the acclaimed Gangster Planet—and a visual artist who exhibited his paintings in galleries throughout Los Angeles.