Book
John Candy : a life in comedy / Paul Myers ; foreword by Dan Aykroyd.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781487009526 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: xiii, 353 pages ; 24 cm
- Publisher: Toronto, ON : Anansi, 2025.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Candy, John. Comedians > Canada > Biography. Motion picture actors and actresses > Canada > Biography. |
| Genre: | Biographies. |
Other Formats and Editions
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 791.43028092 Candy-M | 31681010440337 | NONFIC | Checked out | 11/28/2025 |
- Baker & Taylor
This heartfelt portrait of the legendary comic actor based on the interviews with his friends and colleagues follows his rise from Canadian sketch comedy to Hollywood stardom, his deep personal struggles, and enduring legacy of warmth, generosity and humor. - Perseus Publishing
The definitive biography of John Candyâa heartwarming portrait of one of comedyâs most beloved and enduring stars.
INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER
"Reading this book was like reconnecting with an old friend. I laughed, I cried, I didn't want it to end.â âJudd Apatow
âA thoughtful, thorough and entertaining portrait of one of the funniest people ever.â âMarc Maron
From his humble beginnings in sketch comedy with the Toronto branch of Second City, to his rise to fame in SCTV and Hollywood film classics like Planes, Trains and Automobiles, The Great Outdoors, and Uncle Buck, John Candy captivated audiences with his self-deprecating humour, emotional warmth, and gift for improvisation. Now, for the first time since Candyâs tragic death, bestselling biographer Paul Myers tells the full story of the man behind the laughs.
Drawing on extensive research and exclusive interviews with many of Candyâs closest friends and colleagues, including Dan Aykroyd, Chevy Chase, Tom Hanks, Ron Howard, Steve Martin, Catherine OâHara, Martin Short, and many more, John Candy: A Life in Comedy celebrates the comedianâs unparalleled talent, infectious charm, and generosity of spirit. Through ups and downs, successes and failures, and struggles with anxiety and self-doubt, Candy faced the world with a big smile and a warm demeanour that earned him the love and adoration of fans around the world.
