"Friends" Ganser played by ganser died of cancer at the age of 59, and the producer recalled: "He was a lovely person"

Source: Global Times

For many "Friends" fans, the blonde man "Ganse", who is affectionately known as "Forrest Gump", is the well-deserved "seventh person" outside the six-member protagonist group. According to the Us "New York Times" reported on the 24th, james Michael Taylor, an actor who played the gold medal supporting role in the classic American drama "Friends", died of cancer at the age of 59.

According to statistics, Taylor appeared in a total of 150 episodes throughout the 10 seasons of "Friends". Although "Forrest Gump" usually has few or no lines, whenever he appears expressionless, he always brings laughter to the audience. What fans talk about the most is the "central park coffee shop" barista's "crush" on the heroine Rachel, played by Jennifer Aniston, who even jealous of Rose and other suitors. But in Rachel's eyes, he was just a good old man. Taylor originally played "Forrest Gump", only because the plot needed an actor who could operate a coffee machine, and since then he himself has been deeply bound to the role of "Forrest Gump", appeared in fan activities many times, and was also video connected in this year's "Friends" reunion special program.

According to Taylor's agent, Taylor died at his home in Los Angeles after years of battling prostate cancer. Taylor was first diagnosed with prostate cancer as early as 2018, and he does not shy away from sharing his illness with everyone and encouraging others to prevent it as soon as possible. In the eyes of friends and family, Taylor is a person who loves music, has affinity, and is willing to interact with people. In addition to "Friends", he has also starred in dramas such as "Sabrina the Little Witch" and "Inside and Outside the Play", and even participated in two short films during the treatment of illness.

For the death of "Forrest Gump", the official social media account of "Friends" issued a eulogy on behalf of the producer for the first time: "He is a deeply loved actor and part of our entire "Friends" family. Our hearts are with his family, friends, colleagues and fans. Screenwriter and producer Jeffrey Clarik also recalls Taylor, "He's a lovely guy, and it's sad today." And more Friends fans are ready to turn the series over and relive the clips where "Forrest Gump" appeared.