Steve Taylor (born Richard Cole; November 12, 1939 – September 9, 1986) was an American adult film actor, producer, photographer, and entrepreneur. He was an influential figure in the gay adult entertainment industry during the late 1970s and early 1980s, primarily known for co-founding Surge Studios with his long-term partner, Al Parker.
Early life Richard was born on November 12, 1939, in Dixfield, Maine. Taylor survived a severe childhood accident involving household bleach before relocating to Southern California to enter the adult entertainment industry.
Career Acting and modeling Taylor initially worked as a model, recognized for his distinct "bearded bear" physique and natural on-screen dialogue. His prominent film roles included Inches (1979), Wanted (1980), and Flashback (1981).
Surge Studios and production In 1980, Taylor and Al Parker co-founded Surge Studios. Taylor managed the business operations and worked as the studio's primary still photographer while frequently remaining uncredited, and he later helped pioneer safer sex practices in the studio's productions.
Personal life Taylor met Al Parker in 1973 in Hermosa Beach, California, beginning a nearly 14-year partnership.
Death Taylor died from AIDS complications in Los Angeles on September 9, 1986, and his remains were scattered at sea.
Filmography Film Actor YearTitleRoleNotes 1979 Inches Lee Debut 1979 Weekend Lockup Steve 1980 Wanted Rick 1981 Flashback Mr. Ross 1981 Performance Steve 1983 Games Lover 1983 Dangerous Steve 1984 Love a Man with a Beard Steve 1985 The Young Stimulators Bill 1985 Scared Stiff Steve 1985 Therapy Steve 1986 Oversize Load Steve 1988 Rough Riders: Stroke 11 Steve Taylor Posthumous release 1990 Love a Man with a Mustache Steve Taylor Posthumous release 2010 Superstars Rising Steve Taylor Posthumous release 2012 Men in Uniform: Sir, Seed My Ass! Steve Posthumous release 2021 Falcon Icons: The 1970s Steve Taylor Posthumous release
Producer YearTitleRoleNotes 1982 Turned On Producer Surge Studios Films 1983 A Few Good Men... Executive Producer Surge Studios 1986 Oversize Load Producer Surge Studios
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