Candyman Star Tony Todd Dead at 69
Tony Todd, renowned for his iconic role as the title character in the “Candyman” horror film series, has passed away at age 69. His representative, Jeffrey Goldberg, confirmed the actor died of natural causes at his Marina del Rey residence in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. A specific cause of death was not disclosed.
Tributes from Co-Stars
Virginia Madsen, Todd’s co-star from the original 1992 Candyman film, shared her sorrow over his passing. In an emotional video posted on Instagram, Madsen described Todd as her “beloved” co-star, expressing gratitude to fans for their condolences. She further wrote, “The great actor Tony Todd has left us and now is an angel. As he was in life.”
A Storied Career
Beyond Candyman, Todd’s filmography includes standout roles in The Crow, The Rock, Final Destination, Platoon, and Night of the Living Dead. In the Candyman franchise, he starred in the 1992 original as well as its follow-up films: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995), Candyman 3: Day of the Dead (1999), and the 2021 reboot.
