(Gray News) – Tony Todd, the actor best known for his portrayal of the titular character in the “Candyman” films, has died at the age of 69, according to media reports. A representative for Todd reportedly confirmed his death to Variety on Friday. Todd died Wednesday, Nov. 6, at his home in Marina Del Rey, California.

Tony Todd, known for his memorable role as the titular character in Candyman and a prolific career spanning over 240 movies and TV shows, passed away on November 6 at the age of 69. The acto

Tony Todd, an actor known for his portrayal of a killer with a hook on one arm in the 1992 horror film “Candyman,” died Nov. 6 at his home in the Los Angeles area. He was 69. His manager Jeffrey Goldberg confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause.

The horror movie fandom lost an irreplaceable legend this week, as Tony Todd died at the age of 69. The actor, who was known for his booming voice and commanding presence, turned the titular character of the original Candyman into an enduring,

A representative of actor Tony Todd, known for his haunting portrayal of a killer in the horror film “Candyman” and its sequels says he has died at his home in California.

The actor's career stretched back to "Platoon" and included work on TV series such as "Law & Order" and "Night Court." Though famous for a gory horror role, Todd was a lover of classic literature.

Tony Todd, the commanding actor whose supernatural portrayal of the hook-wielding Candyman cemented his status as a horror genre icon, died Wednesday at his Los Angeles area home at the age of 69, his representatives confirmed.