Joe E. Tata | |
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 Tata in 2002 | |
| Born | Joseph Evan Tata September 13, 1936 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | August 24, 2022 (aged 85) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1960–2014 |
| Known for | Beverly Hills, 90210 |
| Spouse | Susan Levy (m. 1976; divorced) |
| Children | Kelly Katharine Tata |
Joseph Evan Tata (September 13, 1936 – August 24, 2022) was an American television actor. He was known for his regular role (1990–2000) as Nat Bussichio, the owner and operator of the Peach Pit diner, in the television series Beverly Hills, 90210 and its spin-off 90210.[1][1]: 768 A prolific character actor, Tata was previously best known for his portrayal of Private Neddick on No Time for Sergeants (1964–1965), and his roles on dozens of shows including The Rockford Files and Batman.[1]: 769
Tata was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2018. He died in Los Angeles on August 24, 2022, at the age of 85.[2]
- ^ a b c Terrace, Vincent (2011). Encyclopedia of Television Shows, 1925 through 2010 (2nd ed.). Jefferson, N.C.: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers. p. 96. ISBN 978-0-7864-6477-7.
- ^ Panaligan, EJ. "Joe E. Tata, Peach Pit Owner on 'Beverly Hills, 90210,' Dies at 85". Variety. Retrieved August 25, 2022.