Profession: Actor and Comedian
Biography: Rose to fame as a member of the Toronto branch of The Second City, and through his appearances in comedy films, including "Cool Runnings" and "Spaceballs".
Perhaps best known as Del Griffith, the loquacious salesman in "Planes, Trains and Automobiles".
Born: October 31, 1950
Birthplace: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Scorpio
Died: March 4, 1994 (aged 43)
Cause of Death: Heart attack
Acting Career
- 1981-06-26 "Stripes", American military comedy film, directed and produced by Ivan Reitman, starring Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, and John Candy premieres
- 1991-02-25 Businessman Bruce McNall, hockey legend Wayne Gretzky and actor John Candy buy CFL's Toronto Argonauts
- 1991-11-24 CFL Grey Cup, Winnipeg Stadium: Toronto Argonauts defeat Calgary Stampeders, 36-21; Argos under new ownership of LA Kings owner Bruce McNall, hockey player Wayne Gretzky and actor John Candy
Personal Life
- 1979-04-28 Actor and comedian John Candy (28) weds Rosemary Margaret Hobor at St. Basil's Church in Toronto, Canada
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