John Candy | Mental Health & Personality | Life & Death
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I met John Candy at a Hamilton Tiger Cats football game. He was one of the owners and was doing a meet and greet with Paralympic athletes who were invited. I was there with my husband who was a track athlete. I couldn’t believe what’s gentle and nice man he was!! A mountain of a man who exuded so much kindness. I’ll never forget meeting such a nice man ❤️ Rest In Peace John Candy
I was only a few feet away from him at Homest Ed's Birthday. He spoke to all of us up close to him and signed signatures. He was all dressed up in a suit and was so warm on that day. He was a real gentleman and it was easy to see his sparkle and hiw he captivated so many.
#1 - Tiger Cats!!!!! I remember all the grey cup parties in my youth when the Tiger Cats were playing. So much fun!!!!
That's really sweet ty for sharing that. I'm glad he was as nice as he seemed ❤️
John Candy was a part owner of the Argos.
@@mikegkerr well it was at the tiger cat game my mistake
He seemed like one of the few entertainers who was genuinely likable in real life. A gracious man who is dearly missed
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I miss him to this day. 🥺 What a sweet, yet troubled man. 😣 💕
A lot of Canadian celebs are extremely nice. I'm Canadian, and that is pretty common here.
I can't agree more on this. He surely was the kind of guy everyone would like to be friends with.
@@stephaniebaker6001 Yes. I think he was kind of a perfectionist, and try to overcome his weaknesses. Maybe he was too hard on himself for his own good.
His funeral was televised here in Canada and I balled my eyes out when Catherine O’Hara gave a eulogy. It was such a beautiful tribute; touching, funny and honest. He was definitely underrated and was a massive talent. His humbleness, love for his family, kindness towards animals, and his talent was incredibly endearing.
He was Canadian but truly an American treasure.
Bawled. But I understand your sentiment. He was a good man.
I'd like to see that eulogy...
I see John Candy as one of the most successful humans that I was aware of. Lovable and kind, a real decent human being. I wish there were more like him. Talented and modest.
He was wholesome. His kindness transpired trough the screen. I can't imagine someone saying something bad about him. He was, in my opinion, underrated as a comedian and a human being.
Literally one of the nicest people that I ever met. I was 18 and I'm still moved by his genuine kindness. Gentle and strikingly unassuming. Thank you John Candy for being so nice to a regular kid. Thank you so much.
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OMG, I can’t believe how similar our comments are. It looks like I copied yours…
Thanks for sharing your story.
Thank YOU
Remember the sad, sweet ending of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles? Such a great actor and warm human being
Candy seemed to be much like his character in that film, just a genuine type of guy who only wanted to be loved. We could sure use a guy like him these days.
I came to say the same thing. I love that movie and each and every time Candy's performance kicks me in the gut. I too feel that a lot of this character was from deep inside him.
What a great film to be able to not only pull on our hearts but make us laugh so heartily too.... "THOSE AREN'T PILLOWS!"
I always cry, watching that movie! One of my favourites.
I remember 😔
One of my favourite films ever. I also cry every time I watch it. I just loved John Candy.
I thought he was a brilliant comedic actor…but my fave role of his was Uncle Buck. Combining humour with heart gets me every time ❤️
Classic!
Ya mine to that car he in the movie fit him so well
Uncle Buck was the best!
I agree!
Thank you!! Watching the doc...I kept saying Uncle Buck! I have watched it at least 20×times....love the car and the sinister laugh as he scares "bug".
He is still sorely missed in this world. He was an incredible actor. He had a kind heart. May he eternally rest in the arms of Jesus.
That sad that John Candy was made fun of because of his weight. People can be so unkind. Great video Dr Grande!!
read my top reply
Same with Chris Farley. Most of his skits were about his weight.
I never found it funny to make fun of anyone for their weight
I really miss the days of John Candy. Now he is a memory that many younger people will never get to see. His movies live on in our hearts. Stand up guy all the way
My mum brought me up with his films, I would only do the same if I had a kid
Even though Candy is no longer with us, they can always watch his movies, which are entertaining.
Beautifully said. He’s one of my favorite actors. Looking forward to enjoying these films with my daughter.
he became famous on sctv a canadian comedy show of the eighties it is about a tiny tv station that does all its programming-the programming largely consists of ripoffs of major tv network shows the undercurrent is that the tv station is a secret mafia laundering operation thus the financial ability of a tiny tv station to make tv series and lack of actual caring about what it produces most episodes are available on youtube well worth watching for the young john candy, rick moranis catherine ohara etc very funny although the comedy is starting to age a bit, the later episodes, after john candy and others left, are not as funny
...well youtube erased it...oh well to continue- well worth watching for the younger john candy, rick moranis, catherine ohara very funny although the comedy is starting to age a bit the later episodes, after candy and others left, are not as funny
I’ve literally never heard a bad word about JC and for good reason. He was a good man who didn’t deserve any ridicule on his physical appearance at all. It’s sad to hear all of the things he has to go through. But it also makes me hopeful that he was still as friendly and productive as he was.
Very good analysis.
He threw himself into the smallest roles, too. As the probation officer in Blues Brothers, he was absolutely adorable. I always thought that role showed a great deal of what he must have been in real life.
Orange Whip? 3 Orange Whips.
also he was in Chevy Chase Vacation he played the park guard at the end he always gave 110 in every role
JFK, You're an ant fightin' a gorilla!
He just seemed like such a good man in a nasty world.
I looooooved John Candy as a kid. I remember watching Uncle Buck and wishing I had an uncle like that. Rest in love Uncle Buck
Buck Melanoma , Moley Russell’s wart , I mean ....😂
Uncle Buck was my favorite movie of his!
@@mschickie007 "Not her wart! Not her wart. I'm-I'm the wart. She's my tumor. My growth. My pimple--I'm Uncle Wart. Just ole Buck Wart Russell, that's what they call me."
@@danpartridge8584 😂😂😂😂😂 OMG TOO FUNNY ... her face ...melanoma head ... that’s what he called himself ... oh geez lol
@@mschickie007 I've seen that part so many damn times, it's legitimately committed to memory 😂 even the cut when the teacher yells, "Blasphemer!"
I was a friend of John's. I worked at a fast food restaurant in Toronto at Eglington and Duplex. John was just an upcoming star with Second City at that time which was approximately 1979. He usually came in for a large double meatball submarine sandwich and a chocolate milkshake. He would come in very late sometimes at 1 or 2 AM. I would lock the door so he could eat without being disturbed in a private booth. He would always leave me a very generous tip. Infact once he gave me a $50.00 dollar bill which I still have. I remember saying good bye when he left and I'd always ask him to say "Blowed him up real good" I have found memories of him and once he invited me to come to a private party at a place in Toronto in Younge Street called FUN LAND which was an arcade with pinball, air hockey, space invaders and other games. The entire crew of SCTV was there and I played Air Hockey with Catherine O'Hare and Martin Short. I had no idea that I was among hugh future movie Stars. I'll never forget this special time.
What an amazing guy he was and always had me rolling from laughter.
RIP: My dear friend John Candy.
John Candy looked like a genuinely nice guy. Never heard anything negative about him. He was the guy everyone would like as neighbor. He was criminally underrated as a comedian.
I’ve always considered John Candy every Canadians Uncle. He was a treasure and underrated. I remember when John candy talked about his struggles I was only a kid but knowing someone like him could have anxiety made me feel less weird. RIP John you’ll never truly know how loved you’ll always be.
@Ash HB This is a beautiful tribute to John Candy.
Uncle Buck!!!
@@mahbramah yep.
As a Canadian, I can confirm his Uncle status.
@@teletubbiestunetwister9570 Canadian Teletubby? :)
John Candy's death still gets to me. He just seemed like one of the sweetest, most honest and sensitive people in the world, especially in Hollywood. Cool Runnings was a great film, and he was fabulous in it. I Loved him in Home Alone, as well. I always wanted to see him in more diverse roles. He was one of the only celebrities I wanted to meet. Maybe one day I will. Thank you for your tender and respectful handling of his story.
I was sorry to hear about his death. I loved watching all his movies.
I like the characters he played, but let's not forget that all actors lie for a living.
Loved him in JFK. I wish he had gotten more serious roles. He was truly a diverse actor.
@@therespectedlex9794 No, they don’t. They act for a living. Acting isn’t lying. Acting is acting. That’s why it’s a different word. Lying is about deceiving someone. Acting is about portraying someone. In acting, you’re _expected_ to portray someone you’re not. In lying, you’re not. Very big difference.
@@babybirdhome exactly
John Candy outshone his contemporaries. Nobody exuded such warmth and drew in the viewers emotions quite like he did, beautiful guy who is missed each and every day, the absolute epitome of a big-hearted guy.
Very sad that people could be so cruel to such a nice man .
It's very common and the older I get, the more it upsets me. Let's reward and confirm the kind and caring, and not reward rudeness and selfishness.
Yeah
Summer Rental is one of his hidden gems.
@@sunwukong7567
Well said.
The mention of John Candy and Michael Jackson reminds me of Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle. He suffered much criticism for his weight (like John), and was innocent of a crime accusation that wound up ruining his career (like Michael).
"Planes, Trains & Automobiles," "Uncle Buck," and "Only the Lonely" are my favorite John Candy flicks. This guy made me both laugh and cry.
His emotional response about liking himself and his wife liking him to Steve Martin's character in Planes Trains and Automobiles makes me tear up every time.
Uncle Buck is my go-to movie when I’m not feeling well.
@@gram5963 I loved the great outdoors growing up still do
He was awesome in SCTV. My favorite show ever
“Who’s Harry Crumb?” is criminally underrated
No mention of Uncle Buck? John Candy had the leading role in that movie, and it was hilarious! RIP John Candy, gone from this world far too soon.
My favorite! 🪙🐁
Ikr. Amazing movie.
The great outdoors as well!
Great movie!
Kept waiting for it to be mentioned.
I demand a reupload of this video Dr Grande! Need to edit to include Uncle Buck! :)
Thank you for mentioning his love for animals! That was one of his finest traits💙 I wish we could see each other's souls and stop judging the outer shell. The shell changes so much throughout a lifetime, the soul is the hidden pearl. Wonderful analysis as usual Doc!🙌👏👏👏💜🌈💜
I love that! The soul is the hidden pearl.
Nice words for a sweetheart of a man.
@@perrylowe oh thank you so much🐢☀ may you be blessed
I loved John Candy and as a kid growing up in the 70s, after staying up past SNL and watching SCTV, the latter would instantly become my favorite show. I laughed the hardest whenever John Candy introduced a character, such as the mad scientists on "Dr. Tongue's 3D House of Stewardesses" or the idiot on a game show hosted by an exasperated Eugene Levy who, when asked what an Italian meal served with pasta and meatballs was called, Candy stared frozen in wide-eyed terror, unblinking, then swallows painfully and says, "Spareribs?" I laughed so hard I cried. I was just a little kid, but I instantly recognized his genius at interpreting neurotic or sleazy people. When he died, it devastated me far worse than the death of John Belushi because of Candy's vulnerability that always came through. You're right. He could have went on to be a mega star, but he was one to me regardless of his Hollywood status.
As long as you can savor the humorous aspect of misery and misfortune, you can overcome anything. - John Candy
'I meet life with resigned humour' Some British writer some time ago.
Somerset Maugham I think. 🙂
But people in this day and age prefer to cave in to their problems, because they get off on it and it's in vogue.
Ahhhhhh so glad you're talking about John Candy. He's the only celebrity who, when he died, I cried over. After all, we don't really know them. But somehow JC made ppl feel like they knew him. I was 20 when he died and I'll never forget him or that day. It was like the sun didn't shine quite as bright anymore.
Thank you heaps, Dr.G!
Yes John candy was great 😊
John Candy exuded kindness and a great sense of humor despite his low self-esteem. “Candy” was a very fitting last name for such a sweet man. His “I like me” speech in Planes, Trains, & Automobiles has and will always resonate with me.
That scene still has the highest calibre of acting I have ever seen so far. What an amazing actor Candy was.
Love this quote and, in my experience, can be a good judge of character in a person.
“He who is cruel to animals becomes hard also in his dealings with men. We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.”
― Emmanuel Kant
Unfortunately some people are super kind to animals but treat humans very nasty.
Most serial killers got their start torturing animals According to ASPCA.
Yet most people love some animals whilst paying for the mistreatment of others
@@kellibodony1077 yes! They think their “I love my dog more that you” bumper stickers are funny but I think it’s a bit cringe.
It was all in the eyes with him. So expressive and filled with warmth.
The look for some, who suffer severe depression, in private naturally, - but so gracious with animals and humans - bearing the weight of "The Stain of pain" himself🕊️🕊️🕊️
Uncle Buck and The Great Outdoors were two of the most iconic movies ever.
I had such a crush on him as a little girl, STILL hurts he's gone. What an amazing human. Thanks for choosing him as a topic!
I always thought he was very attractive also!
I loved all of his work - but my favorites were Uncle Buck, Volunteers, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and The Great Outdoors. RIP John Candy.
How about Robin Williams that was really sad
I was a best man in a wedding last weekend. Ever since I was asked I stressed about the speech and was a wreck the night before/the night of the wedding. I hadn’t spoke in front of a crowd of people since high school presentations. After I gave it, I had around 30-40+ people come up to me and tell me how great of a speech it was. The wedding planner and the photographer both said I should be a stand up comedian and they had been to many weddings and my speech was by far the best they’d have ever heard. It made me feel great, but regardless of how many people told me how good it was I couldn’t help but feel like I didn’t do it to the best of my capability. I had missed a few of my bullet points, I hadn’t talked enough about my friends new wife in comparison to how much I had to say about him, I slipped in an F bomb on accident & my voice trembled a few times from the anxiety of it all. Self criticism really is a hurdle that I’ve never been able to jump over. I hope someday I’ll be able to. I keep thinking about what the photographer and planner said about becoming a comedian, but at the same time I feel like I would just constantly beat my self up over my routines.
Wow...way to make this about yourself dude. Jesus
I too have had immense self-criticism my whole life. Sounds like your performance was perfect the way it was. Honestly, sometimes a few mistakes makes it more genuine and likeable. Keep fighting the good fight 💪
Relentless teasing of people because of their weight is never, ever called for. I can say so because I was teased a great deal about my weight as a child and it hurt like hell.
@@anjou6497 What do you mean? Is this empathy or an insult?
@@sula1529 Absolutely.
I hope that these days, you are bring treated well and loving life to the fullest and having a blast. I'm sorry for your experience as a child. You didn't deserve that.
@@lmiller1413 Oh dude, yeah. My life's just fine now. I'm not like a forlorn, broken person or anything. I'm quite happy with my life. I just got bandied about as a kid by bullies. (And my kids aren't bullies as a result!!) I certainly wasn't fishing for sympathy or anything- but it was nice of you to ask. You be well too, pal.♥️♥️♥️♥️👍
@@teresathomley3703 Thank you! Sounds like you raised amazing kids! Well done!
I love John Candy, he's my childhood. I wish he was still here.
So do I! I was literally shocked to hear he passed away at just 43!! I'm 42 now and grew up with his movies, but for some reason I thought he was much older, or that I was much older. In the mid 90s, I was in my mid-teens, and I thought he was still with us long after that. I'm crying now!
We all do. :)
Thank for your kind and sensitive treatment in discussing John Candy and his problems. My granddaughter and I have watched some of his movies together and I don't think either one of us ever considered his weight to be a problem. Just like some people are short or tall, he was just John Candy. It's nice to know, from people's comments that he was truly the sweet, kind, lovable person that he so often portrayed on screen. One of my favorite movies of his was Only the Lonely. For some reason, I found that character to be especially touching. Some of his other roles were also more touching than comedic. He was a much better actor than he realized. RIP John💕
Dr. Grande's support and appreciation for comedians and their work is remarkable. I think he could have a "second career" in stand-up! We get the benefits here, however. Great episode.
His daughter is the splitting image of him! She accepted an award on his behalf recently and it's beautiful and sad, you see so much of him in her face 💚
*spitting And ooh 😬 God, really, she is?
That’s Wicked.
When he filmed Only the Lonely with the brilliant Maureen O'Hara the producer wanted to put her in a tiny trailer because they wanted to put the money on the screen and not into her trailer. John was insensed and gave her his spacious trailer because dammit, she had worked with the Duke and he had nothing but respect for her.
What a Gentleman! You don't see that much anymore. Men seem to be so against Women, I see it in the comments. Men don't want to share or look after a Wife. They're more concerned with their money.
@@lorimiller4301 As a person from Europe I've been shocked at how the internet is full of men from the USA who spend their time online whining on about women. I didn't know if that's normal in the USA, or if men who women take out injunctions against offline then use the internet to be abusive against women? I've also been shocked at the amount of USA women who say men who haven't been cir'cised as a baby for non medical reasons as disgusting. I didn't know if there was a link to that and an unhealthy society, where some men might have been affected at being assaulted and having important parts of their body removed so it becomes hardened and less sensitive, which would affect their future relationships with women?
@@SuzLa1 Well, for someone who grew up in North America where 90% are cut the extra skin does indeed look weird. A few guys I saw in my gym classes needed a severe trimming.
@@floxy20 That’s the male equivalent of having the skin covering removed from the end of the clitoris.
@@floxy20 You don’t have the right to tell anyone how their natural born body should look. People who were abused often search for reasons to justify or rationalize it. There’s no rational or medical reason for circumcision, it’s a stupid harmful cultural meme.
He gave something in his acting that had a way of making me feel happy to be a human. Thanks for remembering John Candy reminding us success is a varied kind of thing. 🌲 ✨ 🌳 ✨ 🌲
Such a great guy. I remember I was in second grade when he passed, and my dad telling me about it. It was like losing my own Uncle Buck.
I loved John Candy when I was a kid. I never saw him as being over weight. He was simply entertaining
Me too! He looked how he looked. Even my Mam had a jkind of crush for him. We saw him first in "Spaceballs'. He was my character No.1 in this film.
Rest In Peace to America’s Uncle. I grew up with all his films. He was an amazing actor, incredibly funny, and had a genuineness to him that just jumped off the screen at you. A legend!
You're right, he did have that plus he had a charismatic charm to him.
LOL, he's Canadian.
@@onenation8707 I’m aware but his movies are massive in the US and he had a big effect here. Every kid growing up looked at him as their uncle buck. Should I change the caption to “North America’s Uncle?”
I used to travel every week for my job. I often reflected on John's performance on the movie "Planes Trains, and Automobiles". Whenever I'd get stymied in my efforts to get home by inclement weather, missed connections, broken planes, I would say what would John do. Next thing you'd know I be in a rental car driving across Nebraska in a snowstorm with three strangers on our quest to get home. John's kindness, humor, and vulnerability made him a role model for me. I'm a better person from enjoying his performances. Rest in peace John Candy.
John Candy was an amazing actor, I loved him. He seemed like a good man. I was shocked when he died. So young. Thank you Dr. Grande. Your analysis are always great.
I never knew how much he struggled. I have such great memories, love and respect for him. I have and love his movies and still watch them. It breaks my heart 💔💔💔 that he was so unhappy and criticized about his weight. I am a big person myself, so I understand his frustration. He should never have been treated bad for it. RIP John ❤❤❤
I lost 35 lbs. using the Keto diet. Now it’s just the way I maintain my weight. You can do it. It’s easy.
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I struggle with anxiety and panic. I don’t know of many celebrities that have the same struggles.
John was one of The Samky Brothers, an outstanding polka band, and who doesn't love polka? John gave us all so many laughs. He is greatly missed.
@Ray Ross , so Mr. Candy's real last name "Samky" ?
The Schmenge Brothers. When the name is Schmenge, you know you got something!
@@j.graham8068 oh I see , at least I think . . . Hurray for the The Schmenge Brothers.
I don't love polka. ( My father did and if I don't hear another polka, it will be to soon).
@@kathrynhall1136 no, but I think that was the last name of a character in a polka group that he played on Saturday night live.
Great video, Dr. Grande. I really enjoy these. John Candy was great. I thought his best acting of all time was in JFK as a slick, fast talking New Orleans attorney who factors in the events following the JFK assassination. I've seen clips of the man he played, and it is a really accurate portrayal. It is definitely his best dramatic work. Thanks again for profiling his talent and his struggles, and your continuing level-headed and non-judgmental analysis.
He had a peaceful, comforting, cheerful presence on screen. You wanted to see more of him, you couldn't wait until he was back on screen and you wanted to be around him. He truly was a "movie star".
It saddens me to hear how cruel people were to him and just how sensitive he was. He deserved better.
RIP, John.
I miss you. 🌹
Even though John Candy passed away so long ago, he'll always be remembered for the legend he was.
Planes, Trains and Automobiles...
Martin: Where's your other hand?
Candy: between two pillows.
Martin: those aren't pillows!!
😁😁🤣 one of my favs. Such a great flick
Candy was awesome!
One of my favorite scenes!!😂
My husband’s favorite scene too. 😂
Even my parents loved this movie! 🤣 So adorable!!
It's my annual Thanksgiving movie and I still LOL.
That still makes me laugh!
I saw him at Simpsons (Canada's version of Sears) back in 1985 - he was shopping with his mother (I've always assumed). I thought about going up to talk to him but I decided I didn't want to bother him - but he looked like I could have and he would have been nice about it. It's possible that it was because he was so relatable that he didn't get the star treatment.
I met John Candy once in a bar in Chicago. He walked in with friends and of course, was recognized immediately. He stayed near the door for about smiling and returning greetings from people. I am an introverted person and would normally keep my distance but he was so welcoming that I walked up, shook his hand and said "hi" welcoming him to Chicago. He kept eye contact and had such a warm friendly face and beautiful smile, he just glowed with a sort of appreciative demeanor, like he didn't take people's excitement to meet him for granted. We only had a short encounter but he was so sweet and kind that it really stuck with me. In my memory he has a warm glow around his face. After around 5 minutes he walked to the back of the bar with his companions and as far as I know, he was left alone after that. He had been so gracious with people that I think it made everyone respect his space. Also, Chicagoans tend to take celebrity in stride and would normally not hound a person.
John Candy has a dear place in every Canadian's heart. I was too young to remember him, but what a guy!
Oh man, this one is going to hurt. Can’t divorce John Candy from his character in Trains, Planes, and Automobiles . . . Big old loveable fella.
I love this movie...and I will never forget one of the last scenes when Neal realises that Del has no family...:(
He was a sweet guy in real life, too. There's an excellent biography about him on CZcams.
Watch it every Thanksgiving ✌ 💖
Del Griffith- shower curtain ring division!
"Those aren't pillows!!!'
Wow, I grew up watching his movies, and my dad still loves Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. We saw many of his movies at the theater, and I always thought he and Chevy Chase were great actors with natural comedic talent. Now that I’m in my 40’s, I realize how young he was to have died at 43 years of age. It’s so sad and tragic. 😔
I used to be an avid movie goer and loved (still do) his movies. He’s one of my favorite actors. Through his movies, I could feel how genuine, kind, and vulnerable he was.
However, I had no idea he was struggling with those issues… that makes me feel very sad for him, for his heartbreaks. I didn’t realize he rescued animals, too😪
I send him my love…
Thanks for this video, Dr. Grande.
Thank you! I was hoping for this video. I'm an 80's kid. Watching John Candy's movies growing up felt like watching my 2nd Dad. He not only looks almost identical to my own father, but Candy was also born in my hometown 🇨🇦 He is sadly missed by many.
Omg. Commenting again because I just realized that this video was posted on April 19th, which was the 2nd anniversary of my Dad's passing. 🙏
I seen spaceballs at the theater when it first came out. I love how he's a dog with the tail.
John Candy was a great actor. Unfortunately he had many difficulties with his personal. I think he struggled with his weight and wanted to do better. His father's death probably affected his difficulties. I watched most of his movies. Sometimes I thought maybe people were making fun of him in the films and deep down he wanted to be accepted as a talented actor. His history of depression and anxiety prevented him from realizing just how good an actor he really was. 😥😥 Thank you Dr Todd for giving us a good insight into the life of my loveable John⭐🌟 Candy❤️❤️🇨🇦
My Dad was a chiropractor on the set of cool runnings and he met John Candy and said he was such a kind, down to earth person. It’s so sad such a kind person struggled and suffered as much as John Candy did.
I watch, "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" every year! John Candy is my favorite comedian! 👏🏻
I loved this one. In my life, John Candy always brought light when there was darkness. I still miss him dearly. Thanks for a wonderful analysis.
You can tell John Candy had a heart of gold. Thanks for analyzing him!!
Very compassionate and respectful analysis; it’s clear you respect him as an artist and human being. I didn’t know too much about him as a person before this although I knew he was highly regarded as a comedic actor. It seems he was a genuinely nice man and quite removed from the ‘turbulent, troubled addict’ that’s often the Hollywood trope. Comments I’ve read here seem to confirm this too.
What a talent. I've laughed and laughed through all his movies. I miss him. I wonder if he knew how much people loved him.
Wow! Doctor Grande has just broken the World record in saying: "openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism" :D
Always so fast! lol- gets me every time!
I noticed the extra fast delivery today, too!
Best comment of the day!!!
I always hear, 'eroticism'!
Dr G you are good. Don't pay attention to the naysayers
That scene in planes, trains and automobiles where John candy is lip syncing the mess around right before the car fire is still my go to for a fail safe giggle on a crap day, he was a great guy and it’s saddening he was ridiculed for his weight😕
I agree
Loved that scene 🥰
Funny though that the radio still works...love John
That is one of my very favorite scenes as well.
They can buff that out. 🤣
John getting criticism simply for the way he looked just shows the power of words.
Great analysis, Dr. Grande! I loved John Candy. He was underrated, for sure!
I still love "The Great Outdoors"... my mom cried like a baby when John Candy died, he was one of her favorites
Not sure about all, but it seems that Dr. Grande sincerely sad about Candy’s fate. He even doesn’t made a joke this time.
Good observation.the observation about him not joking on the matter
There wasn't anything funny about John Candy dying. A LOT of people identified with him, and his death hit them hard.
@@PhoenixRisen63 yes, of course that is largely true but Dr Grande will fit in humor in places you wouldn't normally expect it. Some people find it charming or funny; I don't know. There are times it works & times it doesn't but yes, your point is perfectly valid, as you already know.
John Candy was a great comedic actor. His performance in ‘Only the Lonely’ was so beautiful. Miss you, John!
Thanks for this one. I just realized how much I miss John Candy. Good times.
Hear hear.. John Candy was a really a good comic actor and a good soul. I especially loved "Planes, Trains.. ' People can be so cruel. Rest in Peace John..
Uncle buck was one of my favourite films growing up. Thanks for the vid Dr grande and rip John candy. ❤️🙏
My parents met him in the 90s. He was truly a unique talent!! I wish I could have spoken to him before he passed.❤️ He and Chris Farley understood physical comedy. I just wish they had the confidence to be themselves.
This man was so hilarious and talented. I was so sad when he passed. Planes Trains and Automobiles is a classic.
Omg I clicked So fast when I saw john candy pop up hahah loved him
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He was in so many of my favorite movies when I was growing up! As well as Robin Williams. 😔
Yeah, John Candy was awesome
.me too, so sad...If only he could feel that😔
I absolutely LOVED John Candy! He is a sweet memory of my childhood.
It’s really heartbreaking to hear about his struggles. He certainly left this world too soon.
Truly, you select the best topics Dr. Grande. Thank you so very much for all that you do.❤️
He was a very likable and lovable guy, besides his impressive comedic talent, and that was an important part of his appeal, I think.
I'm saddened and surprised to hear that people around him, in show business, abused him about his weight.
Creative people can, sometimes, be very destructive, too.
I agree with you John Paul. To me, it is just a very low level of understanding when people insult others based on their physical characteristics.
Very narcissistic. Like saying, I'm glad I don't look like you, or I look a lot better than you do--something like that.
John Candy was amazing. So underrated it's almost criminal , sincerely one of the best hands down. Uncle Buck , what a classic.....Many thanks for this.
John Candy was probably my favorite comedian next to Carol Burnett. Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Uncle Buck, Stripes. I absolutely loved him and was very sad when he passed. I never knew how sad he was. He brought me so much happiness. I think he was discriminated against because of his weight pure and simple.
“I’m a mog. Half man half dog. I’m my own best friend.” -Barf from Spaceballs.
I only had a handful of movies as a kid. Me and my sister would watch our home recorded vhs tapes of Spaceballs and The Great Outdoors all the time lol... RIP John Candy
For years, it was a family tradition to watch 'Planes, Trains, & Automobiles.' I am almost ashamed to admit that someone I don't know has affected me so much, but it is hard to watch it now because I love and respect him so much as a person and talented actor and I just want to weep for his loss. 'Only the Lonely' is a fine film. If you said he was a secret serial killer, I would have thought, "Well, maybe he had a reason." I assure you, there are very few people, even amongst those I know, that I feel that way about. I don't know why I feel that way about Candy, and as you see from the comments, many others still love him. Who knows why some people affect us this way.
John Candy seemed to have a sweetness in his soul. Thank you for another good video Dr. Grande :)
John Candy refused to let Maureen O'hara stay in an inferior trailer when they were doing a movie together. He gave up his luxurious trailer to the classic film actress until she was given the same one. What a beautiful story of great manners and respect.
I think his story can also be a cautionary tale about the damage that can be done by other people’s cruelty and discrimination, in this case particularly surrounding his weight. Because of it, John Candy never got the opportunities he should have gotten to really shine. And perhaps that also contributed to the anomaly of the posthumous Wagons East flop-the stigma against being “fat.” The attitude that “he did it to himself,” without much sympathy or thought as to why. He was much more talented, I think, than we ever got to find out. There was compassion, kindness, and vulnerability in his eyes that couldn’t be hidden. Much loved and much missed.
If you’re covering these guys (John Candy, Chris Farley) you might also consider John Pinette. Loved Pinette’s comedy. He struggled so much with weight. He was famously “robbed” in the Seinfeld finale. Sweet guy. Sad that he’s gone.
Hey doctor, that was your fastest Ocean ever! In ten seconds from Openess to Neurotism. 🙂 Thank you so much for covering anxiety and eating disorders in this video! Much appreciated. 💙 Just read two books about this, one written by a girl with severe anorexia nervosa and the other one written by a celebrity (journalist) having generalized anxiety with panic attacks.
I loved John Candy growing up in the 1980's and 1990's! Still love him and miss him, I wish more people were like him in the world. He was an important part of my childhood.
You forgot to mention Uncle Buck! I'm so proud that John Candy was Canadian.
@Nicole Didyk and thank you , to your great country(Canada) for sharing his life , humor , intelligence , talent , and spirit with the United States 🇺🇸 Canada 🇨🇦
Canada produces some of the best...especially comedians!🇨🇦🍁❤
@@northerngirl1637 Too bad they're all forced to emigrate south for success.
I remember how IHOP used to have a guy in their commercials who was like a Candy knock off.
So lovely to hear of an amazing actor and such a wonderfully funny guy :) best thing he also was kind, friendly and loved animals and that kind of loving personality is something to be very proud of. Thank you Dr Grande, I was disappointed that so many people dismissed the cruelty of that rapper , so this was a much appreciated change.
What rapper?
I hate rap, but WHO?
Thank you , Dr. Grande for another interesting and insightful analysis. I enjoyed John Candy as an actor because I always saw a kind, yet somewhat sad character . Judging from all the comments below of people who actually met him, John Candy exuded kindness. Your examinations of your subject mater are always from a well grounded and consistent origin. Your Chauvin trial analysis of a certain undercurrent among some in the Law enforcement community was not just insightful but very well expressed. I always learn something in your videos.
Best,
John Wick
I know I am late to these comments, but I have to give a standing ovation to Dr. Grande for this video. I can tell that the good Dr. has a huge amount of respect and kindness for John Candy, and in turn for those of us struggling with similar issues, which is exactly the treatment on his life deserves. A good and kind man and one who almost painfully matches my own OCEAN profile in so many ways. Rest in peace and love.
It's very sad to lose all these awesome ppl at such young ages. Actors so often turn to drugs to cope with the pressure and then it destroys them.
I adored John Candy. He truly seemed like a gentle, kind, and sweet soul. I feel he had talent that Chris Farley never possessed.
Farley was too loud for me. I would have loved to see him in a dramatic role.
I saw Mr Candy at a 'Say No' Benefit Concert in Toronto he spoke and I could see how he was struggling. He didn't seem to be all there and was ushered off to the back stage area soon after his speech. I was only 17 but having a family member struggle with her weight I was concerned. I did help my cousin but as it went she gained it back. He will always be our Canadian treasure 🍁❤ Thank you Dr Grande'... now to watch one movie that I haven't seen yet 'Canadian Bacon'
When I was a kid my father took me to see Splash in the theater. For some reason, that day with my dad is one of my favorite childhood memories. Thank you John Candy.
I am from Toronto, Canada and grew up watching SCTV. To this day, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles is one of my favourite movies of all time. I can recite it 😂😂. As always Dr. Grande, thank you for your analysis .... and on one of our Canadian treasures!
John Candy was a people person . he was also the Octoberfest Parade Marshall in my hometown in Kitchener -Waterloo Ontario in 1983. both John Candy and Eugene Levy were here to celebrate Oktoberfest. Lot's of fond memories :)
After his death, I wondered if he may have been a "people pleaser." Maybe he took too much responsibility for making people feel good, and maybe that caused too much stress in his life and led to self-destructive behavior and depression.
He was instantly likable and funny, but there's always much more to people than what they seem to be.
He left many people with good memories.
@@JohnPaul-le4pf I remember reading years ago of a Hollywood event and one of the people assigned to walk presenters back to the back of the theater write in; he said of all the people he was assigned to, only John engaged him with small talk and took the time to thank him
@@carrenpalmer3453
He had plenty of that rather mysterious quality known as likability.
I was at the premiere of the movie Wagons east in Toronto when the film opened. In a surprise appearance, Dan Aykroyd walked out onto the stage before the movie was shown and gave a moving introduction and tribute to his very good friend John Candy. I know from many sources that John was highly regarded and loved by so many that I have a hard time believing he was so stressed and distraught by weight ridicule. Especially as a factor that may have contributed to his death. I had a hard time attending wagons east because of my love for John's movies and his ability to entertain and well known kindness. I was under the impression at the time that John's role in the movie was incomplete and the movie had to be edited or partially rewritten to finish. There was a general impression in the media prior to it's release that the movie could not live up to audience expectations because John's full role could not be realized. I have not rewatched the movie since its original release, but I recalled at the premiere that very shortly after the movie starts John falls thru saloon doors and he hits the floor. The entire audience gasped. It was as if they had filmed him dropping dead. It was just awful. In my opinion, the failure of the movie had very little to do with John and more of the close release to his death and circumstances of trying to complete the film without him. I would recommend the movie "The Great Outdoors" with both John and Dan playing off each other comedically. I highly doubt John had to stretch far from his real and genuine personality to play the part. So many wonderful lines and gags throughout the movie.
I never saw any flaws in John Candy's performance. He's still one of my favorite actors, starting when he was on Second City TV. ❤️❤️❤️❤️