7:37pm PT — virginia madsenand starred in the 1992 film Candyman. tony toddshared her sadness at the news of the actor’s death…revealing that she was speechless.
In a video posted to Instagram, the actress remembered Tony as a “beloved” co-star and thanked fans for their “kind wishes” as she fought back tears.
She expressed similar sentiments in the caption, adding… “The great actor Tony Todd has left us and is now an angel. Just like he was when he was alive. Maybe later, but not now. I love you.”
tony todd TMZ has confirmed that the actor, known for his role in the title role of the horror film series Candyman, has passed away.
his agent, Jeffrey GoldbergTony died of natural causes Wednesday night at his home in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles. Goldberg said there was no specific cause of death.
Todd has been an actor for many years, appearing in films such as The Crow, The Rock, Final Destination, Platoon, Night of the Living Dead, and numerous other roles. Leaves a credit.
Perhaps his biggest role was in the horror series Candyman, where he played the title character. In addition to the 1992 original, he directed three sequel films: Candyman: Farewell to Flesh (1995), Candyman 3: Day of the Dead (1999), and Candyman. (2021) also appeared.
His television credits included “Boston Public,” “Law & Order,” “Youngville,” “Charmed,” “21 Jump Street” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”
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The last time we caught up with him was back in 2019, when we asked him about Jordan Peele’s take on the Candyman franchise.
Todd was 69 years old.
RIP
