John Candy predicted his own young death due to genetic heart disease and ... he most likely was not aware that the cause was heart disease. According to his son, Chris Candy, "we are fortunate ...

John Candy, the beloved comedic giant, left the world in tears on March 4, 1994, succumbing to heart failure at the young age of 43. But there was more to his passing than most know.

In John Candy: A Life in Comedy, Myers chronicled the life, successes and lasting impact of the Canadian-born star, who died in 1994 at the age of 43. In an exclusive email interview with PEOPLE ...

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