John Candy
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Biography
The illustrious Candy of Newmarket, Ontario was born in the year 1950 to Evangeline and Sidney James of Ukrainian and Polish descent. His well-known role as the big hearted buffoon earned him classics in Uncle Buck (1989) and Planes, Trains & Automobiles (1987). His career was marked by numerous successes, beginning with his TV debut in 1971 and subsequent roles in various Canadian television shows and films. He achieved international acclaim at the age of twenty-seven, when he joined the esteemed comedy group "Second City" in Toranto. His talent and creativity continue to be praised as one of Canada's greatest and funniest character actors.
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Nope! John Candy is a true bootstrapper who never let their humble beginnings hold them back. They are a self-starter who always took the initiative to make things happen and are now one of the most successful figures in their field. But, they may be a nepo parent!
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- Primetime Emmy1983SCTV NetworkOutstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program
- Primetime Emmy1982SCTV NetworkOutstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program
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