Tony Todd

Tony Todd, an American actor with a deep, commanding voice and an imposing screen presence, carved a distinguished career from the mid-1980s, marked by his role in "Platoon" and his breakout performance as Ben in "Night of the Living Dead." He reached iconic status as the vengeful spirit Candyman, a role he reprised in several films. Beyond horror, Todd's credits include "The Crow," "The Rock," and the "Final Destination" series. In television, he was notable for his roles across the Star Trek franchise and in series like "Boston Public" and "24." His voice acting prowess was evident in games like the Half-Life series and "Marvel's Spider-Man 2," earning him a BAFTA nomination. On stage, he starred in Broadway and regional productions, including August Wilson's "King Hedley II." Todd's legacy is one of versatility and impact in horror, sci-fi, and drama, until his death in 2024 from stomach cancer.