Tony Todd, the iconic actor best known for his portrayal of the villainous Candyman in the 1992 horror classic, has died at the age of 69.
Todd’s career spanned decades, with the actor becoming a legendary figure in the horror genre due to his deep voice. And his commanding presence left him with a lasting legacy. Fans and colleagues are mourning the passing of the actor, whose work influenced and inspired filmmakers and audiences alike.
Todd’s impressive career spanned four decades, with memorable roles in major franchises like Final Destination and Transformers. He played Commander Kern in several Star Trek series, demonstrating his versatility in both television and film.
In addition to his iconic work in horror, Todd has appeared in a variety of films, including The Crow, Night of the Living Dead and The Rock. Her talents extended beyond the screen, as she also enjoyed a successful stage career, notably starring in the Broadway production of the musical Aida.
Washington, D.C. in 1954 Born in , Tony Todd’s first notable break came in 1986, when he joined the cast of Oliver Stone’s acclaimed war drama Platoon, and shared the screen with Charlie Sheen, Willem Dafoe and Johnny Depp.
However, it was his haunting portrayal of a vengeful 19th-century slave in Candyman (1992) that made him a household name. The success of the film led to Todd reprising his iconic role in two sequels: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995) and Candyman: Day of the Dead (1999).
In 2021, Todd returned to the character for a new Candyman film, co-written by Jordan Peele, marking another chapter in the enduring legacy of his terrifying and unforgettable performance.
Todd’s co-star on the Candyman series Virginia Madsen honored him in an emotional video shared to Instagram, expressing her grief with the words, “I’m not sure what to say at this time.”
In her Instagram caption, Madsen wrote, “My dear. Rest in strength, sweet soul, now in heaven with the angels. The great Tony Todd has left us, but he was an angel in life too. More later. “Will share more, but I can’t love you right now.”
In a later post, he described Todd as “a true poetic man with a gentle soul and a deep understanding of the arts.”
Reflecting on their time together in Candyman, Madsen shared, “I’ll miss him deeply and hope he’ll visit me from time to time. But I wouldn’t call him the mirror!”
Tony Todd’s manager, Jeff Goldberg, also expressed grief, saying, “What an extraordinary man. I will miss him every day.”
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