Joe E. Tata, best known for playing Peach Pit diner owner Nat Bussichio on Beverly Hills, 90210, has sadly passed away.
He was 85 years old. His co-star Ian Ziering announced the devastating news on Instagram Thursday, writing in an emotional post: Related: Jaclyn Hill Gives Update On Her ‘Grieving Process’ After Ex-Husband’s Death The 58-year-old actor continued: According to Deadline, Joe had been battling Alzheimer’s Disease since 2018.
Following the news, several cast members took to social media to pay tribute to Joe, including Jason Priestley, who played Brandon Walsh in the teen drama series.
He wrote on Instagram: The IG account for the 90210MG podcast, co-hosted by Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling, paid respects to the late star, saying: So sad… As you may know, he appeared in more than 200 episodes of Beverly Hills, 90210, and even reprised his role in the first season of the reboot in 2008.
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