Meshach Taylor

American actor, best known for Designing Women

Meshach Taylor - American actor, best known for Designing Women
Born

1947
78 years ago

Died

June 28th, 2014
10 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor recognized for work in television and film. Taylor gained widespread recognition for the role of Anthony Bouvier on the sitcom 'Designing Women' from 1986 to 1993. Also appeared as a recurring character on 'Evening Shade' alongside Burt Reynolds from 1990 to 1994. His cinematic contributions include roles in films such as 'Damien: Omen II' and 'The Cat in the Hat'. Taylor received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his work on 'Designing Women'.

Role as Anthony Bouvier on Designing Women

Recurring role on Evening Shade

Film appearances in Damien: Omen II and The Cat in the Hat

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