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John Candy

  • 43 years old
  • Male
  • Born Oct 31, 1950
  • Died Mar 04, 1994
  • Durango, Mexico
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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 branch of The Second City and its related Second City Television series, and through his appearances in comedy films such as Stripes, Splash, Cool Runnings, The Great Outdoors, Spaceballs, and Uncle Buck. One of his most renowned onscreen performances was as Del Griffith, the loquacious, on-the-move shower-curtain ring salesman in the John Hughes comedy Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

 

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Ross Brough Jan 20, 2013

I really feel a connection to John Candy, I was 14 when he died and loved all his movies, he seemed so human and sincere.
He will always make the world laugh through his movies but the laughter is tainted with saddness at his passing.

R.I.P Mr Candy.

so long ago yet so close to our hearts

Ben Apr 15, 2012

just finished whatching "Wagons East" It still seems to me that he is still alive because of all th great times i can remember with his movies throughout my life i hope the journey he has taken after death has been epic ! i was just 13 years old when he died but still feel he is alive and well in our memories and hearts.

Rest in Peace in God's loving arms

Veronica D Nov 14, 2011

You were such a radiant light on the big screen and are one in Heaven now. We miss you very much.

Love,
Veronica & family

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James Travers Nov 13, 2011

Just watched Trains, Planes and Automobiles. I watched a tribute and can't stop crying. John reminded me of my dad who died also. Big and loveable. I miss you both.

Love James

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