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2024
Tony Todd Obituary
Tony Todd was an actor best known for his starring roles in the "Candyman" and "Final Destination" film franchises.
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seth f
July 28, 2025
it was such a blessing to watch his work over the years and see him flourish, rest in peace tony todd.
Lasheena
May 22, 2025
RIP Tony, we love and miss you. Thank you for all the movies and the memories. Candyman terrified me as a kid so thank you for that.
Diane Akemi Fukumoto
May 20, 2025
Really missing you the great one. My prayers and thoughts for his family friends. RIP Tony
Anthony lopez
May 19, 2025
Thank u 4 the memories from candy Mann and the final destination movies just saw final destination bloodline
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Kyle Byrd
May 16, 2025
I'm gonna miss you dude I love you my best friend I love you movies I like others and I love watching Candyman my favorite movie because I want you back and I'm so sorry I'm really to miss you
Tony Blanding
May 12, 2025
SIP
Chandra Davis
February 2, 2025
when i first saw candy man i was in love with mr. todd voice and his acting i was and fan from then on
Yisrael Chai Bodi
January 28, 2025
My condolences to his family, and friends. He was a fine actor and his expertise will be missed in films. He was one of those memorable charectars with terrific screen presence. He could scare the heck out of you, or command such fear on screen even though he was a very kind fellow and a neat guy. I will miss seeing him. It's terrible when such a great actor passes on - its like losing a vital part of the craft that can never be replaced.
Cecilia Felix
December 28, 2024
I remember getting to meet him at the Final Destination 5 premier
Deborah Young
December 13, 2024
Had the pleasure of meeting Tony at Rock & Shock in Worcester many years ago. He was taking photos of my dog who was also a guest at the event! Such a nice guy. I will never forget his kindness
Valenda Newell
December 8, 2024
Nothing but RESPECT for Mr. Todd, loved his acting in the CANDYMAN franchise. He was awesome in all his roles. Although he is no longer with us I will always remember Tony being very skilled as the king of horror movies. Blessings & Prayers
Brandon Samuel
December 4, 2024
I am a fanatic when it comes to horror movies and Tony's Candyman role is iconic. I have Candyman on my Mount Rushmore of horror villains. One of my favorite lines from a horror movie is Candyman's line "Swallow your horror and let it nourish you. Come with me and sing the song of misery. Share my world." An Iconic role for an iconic person. REST IN PEACE, TONY.
A J
November 25, 2024
Going to miss your films sir . And ive stood infront of a mirror to many times to count .
R.I.P Hero of HORROR
Latoya McGuire
November 24, 2024
One of my favorite actors. We saw Candyman at least 3 times when it first came out. Saw him in Platoon and the Rock. So many movies. A voice like no other. Will be surely missed but will continue to watch his movies over and over. Condolences to the family and RIP
Amber Williams
November 23, 2024
Tony was more than an actor to me, he was a motivator and a friend. I am so honored I got to work with him and talk to him and get to know a little about him. I wanted so badly to finish writing this script so he could be in my movie, like he said he would, but now I will write it to honor him. Love you, Tony.
Heather Aucoin
November 22, 2024
Tony Todd. Whenever I think of him, I think of his voice so beautifully haunting. He gave an aura of sophistication and intelligence and love watching/ hearing him in anyway onscreen/voice acting. As a lover of horror movies, I was glad that he was part of that world; no romcom or family feel good movies, it was horror/sci-fi. He will be missed by everyone whose life he´s touched. So sad to see a legend depart so soon. R.I.P. Tony Todd, Our Candyman
C. A. Gibbs
November 20, 2024
Tony Todd was such a talented actor. I loved everything he acted in. If he was in it i knew it was going to be good. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Rest well Tony!!
Mr. Jr.
November 18, 2024
My condolences, to the family of Tony Todd,
DR
November 17, 2024
The Todd´s family have our deepest sympathy. Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lori Kaye Coleman
November 16, 2024
Saw him in Star Trek as the adult Jake, son of Benjamin Sisko. Tony should have gotten all the acting awards for this portrayal. Love you Tony. God bless.
Bob Sama
November 15, 2024
Forever Captain Kurn,,,,,,,,,
Amy Lee
November 14, 2024
He loved everyone
Amy Lee
November 14, 2024
Love you unc! I miss you immensely. I will carry our friendship on my heart forever. Amy
Camris
November 14, 2024
He scared me on tv and in real life. I was working at a Hilton in Pennsylvania. It was 2am in the morning I hear this deep calm voice asking for an extra room key. I turned around and start screaming. I´m like Candyman oh Lord what I do. He was the complete opposite. He apologized for scaring me and asked me to come to his play Fences. Awesome Guy! Very loving and kind. Rest Easy
Emma Garcia
November 12, 2024
Wonderful actor, wonderful man. I met him at the Horror Fest in El Paso, Texas last year. He was very nice and I was able to take a picture with him. My memory of him is seeing him in the Candyman movies. My condolences to his family.
Jeff claude
November 12, 2024
It's unfortunate that he's passed away on my birthday. My condolences go out to the friends and family. His films are a legacies in which no remakes can have him as an actor be replaced
Ken Winger
November 12, 2024
I only remember Tony as an actor in The Rock......he was brilliant and played his character perfect! My deepest sympathy and condolences to all his family. He will truly be missed.
Rob
November 12, 2024
Prayers for the Todd family, so very sorry for your loss.
RR
November 12, 2024
Amazing actor, so many enjoyed watching him. So very sorry to hear of his passing. Sincere condolences to the Todd family. May you find strength and comfort from God to help as you go through your time of loss.
Mike Terry
November 11, 2024
Tony and I went to Hartford Public High School for four years together. We were on the swim team freshman yr and homeroom for four yrs. Not sure but I believe Tony's first starring roll was an HPHS drama club production of "Blackula". He definitely liked that genre. See you on the other side Tony.
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