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 …

Candy was one of Canada's greatest and funniest character actors. His well-known role as the big-hearted buffoon earned him classic appearances in Uncle Buck (1989) and Planes, Trains …

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 …

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 …

Beloved comedian, TV star, and big-screen actor John Candy delighted audiences in the 1980s and early '90s, but the iconic funnyman has some hidden truths.

In his private life, John Candy was shy and secluded, but when it was showtime, whether it was on stage, on TV, or in the movies, he exuded a grand persona that was welcoming, …

Playing a drunken wagon train leader desperate to win a job — and a last chance for redemption — from two businessmen, played by Richard Lewis and Robert Picardo, he had managed to …

John Franklin Candy (October 31, 1950 – March 4, 1994) was a Canadian actor. He is known for his comic roles in many movies and television series.

John Candy was a beloved actor and comedian known for his roles in classic films. His journey from Second City to Hollywood stardom, along with his family life, showcases his warmth and …

John Franklin Candy (October 31, 1950 – March 4, 1994) was a Canadian actor and comedian. He rose to fame as a member of the Toronto, Ontario branch of The Second City, its related …