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John Franklin Candy (October 31, 1950 – March 4, 1994) [ 1] was a Canadian actor and comedian who is best known for his work in Hollywood films. Candy first rose to national prominence in the 1970s as a member of the Toronto branch of the Second City and its SCTV sketch comedy series.
Candy was one of Canada's greatest and funniest character actors. His well-known role as the big hearted buffoon earned him classics in Uncle Buck (1989) and Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987).
Today marks 30 years since beloved Canadian comedian and actor John Candy sadly died. The much-loved star was well known for his role in the 1980s film The Blues Brothers, as well as his roles...
Oct 26, 2022 · After years of struggling with drug addiction and overeating, John Candy died of a heart attack on March 4, 1994. John Candy’s death stunned the world, but the comedian himself had anticipated his demise for decades.
Apr 2, 2014 · Actor and comedian John Candy got his big break when he was offered membership in the Second City comedy troupe in the 1970s. In 1984, he co-starred with Tom Hanks in the film Splash and became...
Candy was one of Canada's greatest and funniest character actors. His well-known role as the big hearted buffoon earned him classics in Uncle Buck (1989) and Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987).
Mar 4, 2024 · John Candy was always quick with a joke as well as a helping hand. The Canada native, who died of cardiac arrest 30 years ago today at age 43, is remembered by friends and colleagues who say the...
John Candy. Highest Rated: 94% National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) Lowest Rated: 0% Wagons East! (1994) Birthday: Oct 31, 1950. Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Canadian funnyman John Candy...
Mar 5, 1994 · John Candy, the outsized comedian who brought a manic bonhomie to his starring roles in some of Hollywood's most successful comedies, including "Splash," "Uncle Buck" and "Cool...
Dec 12, 2015 · The “completely unauthorized” doc features clips from Candy’s career as well as interviews with Tom Hanks, John Hughes, Dan Aykroyd, Joe Flaherty, and more.
