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

Actor Tony Todd, known for his haunting portrayal of a killer in the horror film “Candyman” and roles in many other films and television shows, has died, his longtime manager confirmed. He was 69. Todd died Wednesday at his home in the Los Angeles area,

Tony Todd, the actor who played the eponymous killer in the “Candyman” film franchise, has died at his California home on Wednesday night. He was 69.

The celebrated actor known for iconic villain roles and dramatic performances in film and television dies at 69.

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.

BAFTA-nominated actor Tony Todd, best known for his titular role in the “Candyman” horror films, has died at age 69.

His long career spanned genres and mediums, but he was best known for his work in horror movies. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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, the compelling actor best known for roles in the original Candyman series and Final Destination franchise, died on Wednesday (Nov. 6) at age 69 in his Los Angeles home. A cause of death was not provided when the tragic news was confirmed by his reps.