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    ‘Candyman’ actor passed away at the age of 69

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    The film industry mourns the loss of award-winning actor Tony Todd.

    In a statement to USA TODAY, Todd’s longtime manager Jeffrey Goldberg confirmed the actor’s death.

    “Thank you for your interest in receiving a statement from me regarding my dear friend and client of 30 years, Tony Todd,” Goldberg wrote. “Tony was an amazing man and I will miss him every day.”

    Goldberg also stated that Todd died on November 6 at his home in Marina Del Rey, California. He said Todd died around 11:50 p.m.

    Todd was 69 years old.

    Todd was known for his roles in ‘Candyman’ and ‘Final Destination’

    Todd is famous for his role in the horror movie series “Candyman”. The first film was released in 1992, and that same year, IMDb said Todd was nominated for best actor at the Fangoria Saw Awards.

    He also starred in other films of the series, which were released in 1995, 1999 and most recently in 2021.

    One 2019 interview with the GuardianBy talking about the movie “Candyman”, Todd revealed a detail that the audience may not have been aware of.

    “I negotiated a $1,000 bonus for every sting in the bee scene,” Todd told the Guardian. “And I got stung 23 times. Anything worth doing must involve some kind of pain. Once I realized it was an important part of who Candyman was, I embraced it. “It was like putting on a nice coat.”

    Talking about his iconic performance in the film, Todd told the Guardian that it was one of his most memorable roles.

    “I have made 200 films, this is the only one that people remember,” he said. “It affects people of all races.”

    on November 8 Yeni Hat Cinema She posted the news of Todd’s death on Instagram.

    “The industry has lost a legend,” the post reads. “We have lost a dear friend. Rest in peace Tony.”

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    Tony Todd got his start in DC, Connecticut

    Inside Todd’s biography The website, which is housed in a film and television database, shares more details about the actor’s 40-year career on the big screen.

    “Born in Washington, D.C., Todd spent two years in college on a scholarship. University of ConnecticutThis led to a scholarship from the renowned Eugene O’Neill National Theater Institute,” wrote IMDb. website. “This proved to be the basis for intensive studies at the Hartman Conservatory in Stamford, Connecticut, and the Trinity Square Repertory Theater Conservatory in Providence, Rhode Island.”

    During his time in Connecticut, Todd taught playwriting to high school students enrolled in the Hartford Public School system, IMDb said.

    ‘Absolute legend’: Remembering Tony Todd

    Social media users also paid tribute to the star.

    One user “RIP to an absolute legend.”

    “Good morning,” another X user wrote. “Tonight… I’m going to call Candyman 3 times in front of my bathroom mirror with the lights off!! RIP Tony Todd.

    Blumhouse, a well-known production company, noted that Todd’s death was a loss for the horror film genre.

    American horror movie fan magazine Fangoria also published the news of the actor’s death.

    “Everyone at Fango is heartbroken to learn of the passing of the great Tony Todd,” the post reads. “He left too soon. Rest well, sir.”

    Ahjané Forbes is a reporter on USA TODAY’s National Trends Team. Ahjané covers breaking news, car recalls, crimes, food recalls, health, lottery and public policy stories. Email him/her [email protected]. follow him instagram, Topics And X (Twitter) @forbesfineest.

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