Horror legend Tony Todd dies at 69 after a long illness
The media is filled with sad news: Tony Todd has passed away. Viewers primarily knew the actor from his appearances in popular horror films.
8:14 AM EST, November 9, 2024
On November 6, at his residence in Los Angeles, Tony Todd died. The actor's spouse, Fatima, confirmed this information in a conversation with "The Hollywood Reporter." The 69-year-old actor had been battling an illness for a long time.
Who was Tony Todd? He gained fame from the "Candyman" film series
Tony Todd (real name Anthony Tiran Todd) was born on December 4, 1954, in Washington, D.C. He made his big screen debut in 1986 with the role of Sergeant Warren in the iconic film "Platoon." However, it was horror films that brought him the greatest fame.
In "Candyman" (1992), he played the title role, scaring audiences worldwide. The film earned widespread acclaim. Unsurprisingly, two more installments were created: "Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh" and "Candyman: Day of the Dead." Three years ago, Todd made a guest appearance in the remake of the classic film.
Viewers may also recognize the actor from other horror movies or series. "Night of the Living Dead," "The Crow," "Wishmaster," "Hatchet," "Masters of Horror," and several installments of "Final Destination" are just some of these titles.
Tony Todd was the father of two adult children: Alex and Ariana. He generally valued his privacy and rarely spoke about his family.
