CANDYMAN Icon Tony Todd Has Passed Away At The Age Of 69

CANDYMAN Icon Tony Todd Has Passed Away At The Age Of 69

Some very sad news to report tonight, as reports are coming in that horror icon Tony Todd (Candyman, Final Destination) has passed away at the age of 69...

By MarkCassidy - Nov 08, 2024 11:11 PM EST
Filed Under: Movies

The horror community is in mourning tonight after the loss of a true icon of the genre.

Tony Todd, known for his chilling performance as Candyman in addition to numerous other roles, has sadly passed away at the age of 69. The actor reportedly died on November 6 at his home in Los Angeles after a long illness.

Todd made his film debut in 1986’s Sleepwalk, beginning a career that spanned more than 200 film and TV credits. His most famous role is the eponymous hook-handed killer in the Candyman movies, but he's also appeared in the likes of Final Destination, the '90s Night of the Living Dead remake, The Crow, Hatchet, Frankenstein and Hell Fest.

His none horror projects include The Rock, The Flash, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, 21 Jump Street, Night Court, MacGyver, Matlock, Jake and the Fatman, Law & Order, The X-Files, NYPD Blue, Beverly Hills 90210, Xena: Warrior Princess and Murder, She Wrote.

In addition to his wife, Fatima, Todd is survived by his two children, Alex and Ariana.

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LordCanterbury
LordCanterbury - 11/9/2024, 9:24 PM
This one hit hard. Loved Tony Todd. Never heard a bad word about the man. RIP Candyman.

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