Gone Too Soon: Actors Who Died While Filming A Movie Or TV Show
John Candy
John Candy rose to fame starring in comedy television in his home country of Canada before making the switch to the big screen. He went on to star in numerous comedy films in the 80’s. While on location in Mexico shooting the Western parody Wagons East!, Candy died of a heart attack in his sleep. The film was dedicated in his memory. The Uncle Buck star was just 43 years old.