John Franklin Candy (October 31, 1950 – March 4, 1994) [1] was a Canadian actor and comedian who is best known for his work in Hollywood films. Candy first rose to national prominence in the 1970s as a member of the Toronto branch of the Second …

Watch as Mr. Rogers (Martin Short) steps out of the neighborhood and into the ring to face off against Julia Child (John Candy) in the Battle of the PBS Stars!

Mayor Tommy Shanks (Candy) is Melonville's "easygoing" (i.e., corrupt) mayor, a man prone to sudden fits of rage and physical violence who still gives regular fireside chats on SCTV, while feeding treats to a stuffed dog that sits motionless by his side.

SCTV now begins its programming day. Yes, SCTV is still on the air. Starring John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Rick Moranis, Catherine O'Hara and Dave Thomas. Welcome to SCTV! Cycle 2 was produced for NBC's 1981-82 season, kicking off in …

First billed, arguably the greatest actor on the show, Candy's legacy remains a stirring picture of loneliness -- he turned down roles on SNL, citing devotion to fellow SCTV pals.

SCTV now begins its programming day. Yes, SCTV is still on the air. Starring John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin and Martin Short. This is the SCTV television network! Down three cast members, SCTV just kept cranking out great shows.

Died March 4, 1994YEARS WITH SCTV: 1976-1979, 1981-1983 Johnny LaRue"5" of 5 Neat Guys Billy Sol Hurok Curly Howard Dan Ellsmire Darryl Sittler Divine Dr. Braino Dr. Tongue Dr. William Wainwright Gil Fisher Harry (The Guy With The Snake On His Face) Hervé Villechaize Julia Child Luciano Pavarotti Mr. Mambo Mr. Messenger Orson Welles Paul ...

Murder at SCTV: Directed by Milad Bessada. With John Candy, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Joe Flaherty. Segment 1: Yoga with Swami Banananda The Swami starts with stretching exercises for the legs Segment 2: Captain Combat Captain Combat's guest is Mr. Green Fatigues, who brings Mr. Schnauzer, who has stopped talking.

SCTV now begins its programming day. Yes, SCTV is still on the air. Starring John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Rick Moranis, Catherine O'Hara and Dave Thomas. This is the SCTV television network!

A hilarious parody follows called "The Man Who Would Be King Of The Popes" with great impressions of Peter O'Toole (Flaherty), Richard Burton (Candy), Richard Harris (Thomas) and Katherine Hepburn (O'Hara).