Tony Todd, the actor finest recognized for his iconic function within the horror film Candyman, has died on the age of 69.
Todd’s dying was confirmed through his representatives to Deadline, though no assertion was made as of now. The legendary actor made his debut within the 1986 film Platoon, and shortly went on to realize stardom in his performing profession.
After his function in Platoon, Todd starred within the 1990 remake of Night time of the Dwelling Lifeless, after which starred in 1992’s Candyman, which catapulted him into the world of horror, the place he grew to become an icon. All through his profession, Todd would return to the world of horror, starring within the three Sweet man sequels (together with its 2021 iteration), the Ultimate Vacation spot franchise, Wishmaster, and extra.
Exterior of movies, Todd additionally acted on and off Broadway, and likewise appeared in a litany of tv reveals, together with Legislation & Order, Murder: Life on the Avenue, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Xena: Warrior Princess, The X-Information, Smallville, Stargate SG-1, Psych, 24, Charmed, and extra.
Todd additionally lent his iconic voice to the world of video video games, the place he appeared in initiatives like The Legend of Dragoon, Star Trek: Elite Pressure II, Half-Life 2: Episode Two, Dota 2, Name of Obligation: Black Ops II, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (the place he starred as Venom), and the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Nice Circle.
ComingSoon extends condolences to the household and associates of Todd presently.
