Ron Taylor (2)

American actor, singer and writer (October 16, 1952 to January 16, 2002). Taylor had numerous film and television roles, appearing in The Simpsons, Twin Peaks, Ally McBeal and L.A. Law. He voiced jazz musician "Bleeding Gums" Murphy on The Simpsons (1990-1995). As a vocalist, he performed with Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Etta James, Sheila E., Slash (3) and others. His blues band, the Nervis Bros., played at clubs and other venues around the country. He was nominated for Broadway's 1999 Tony Award as Best Actor (Featured Role - Musical) for "It Ain't Nothin' but the Blues." He also provided the voice for "Audrey II" in the original theater production of "Little Shop of Horrors" (1982). He was married to Deborah Sharpe-Taylor. His nickname was "Sugar Bear."