Tony Todd, the actor who played the eponymous phantom killer in the original “Candyman” horror franchise and other notable roles, has died at 69.

Candyman follows graduate student Helen Lyle as she investigates the Candyman urban legend surrounding mysterious deaths in Chicago's Cabrini-Green Homes. Hook-handed, covered in

This interview was originally published in October 2021. It has been republished following the death of Tony Todd, aged 69

American actor Tony Todd, who played the titular, hook-handed spirit in the horror classic Candyman, died Wednesday at his home in Marina Del Rey, California. He was 69. A cause of death was not immediately available.

Tony Todd, the "Candyman" star who appeared in more than 240 movies and TV shows, died November 6. He was 69. The actor's representatives confirmed news of his death to TheWrap; no information about the cause has been made public.

Here’s a look at the actor and producer’s life following the news of his passing at 69, including details about his wife and children.

Tony Todd, the star of the 1992 horror film “ Candyman ,” whose flair for the macabre can also be seen in the “ Final Destination ” movies, has died. The actor was 69 when he died in Los Angeles, Deadline reports.

Tony Todd, best known for starring in the ‘Final Destination’ and ‘Candyman’ horror film franchises, has died at the age of 69.

Award-winning actor Tony Todd has died at 69, his manager confirmed to. Todd is known for his roles in "Candyman'' and "Final Destination."