Tony Todd Wife

Tony Todd, a prominent actor known for “Final Destination,” sadly passed away on November 5, 2024, at his home in Los Angeles.

He was an American actor who gained significant attention for playing the title character in the horror film, “Candyman.”

Highlights

  • Tony Todd has received several accolades for his contribution to the entertainment industry. 
  • He was married for 38 years to his wife, Fatima Cortez-Todd who is a therapist and educator. 
  • Todd had two children; his daughter, Ariana Todd, and his son, Alexander Todd. 

Similarly, Todd received the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 and 2006. He was nominated for the BAFTA Games Award for Performer in a Supporting Role category. 

Also, he was known for being a voice actor who was the voice behind the Venom character in the video game Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 which garnered him a British Academy Games Award nomination. 

In 2024, Todd was all set to appear in his movie Final Destination: Bloodlines as William Bludworth. 

Late Actor Tony Todd’s Wife Shared A Heartwrenching Message Of His D*ath on Her Facebook

The Destination actor, Tony Todd was married to Fatima Cortez-Todd, and the two were together for 50 years and married for 38 years. 

His wife shared a post on her Facebook account, expressing her gratefulness to everyone who offered condolences for the passing of her husband. 

 

Mrs Todd wrote;

I want to thank all who have called to offer condolences for the passing of my 50 year soulmate and 38 year husband.
We had a unique journey of ups and downs from our beginning at UCONN in a play. We were each other’s muse and critic. One summer we even lived off the land as Tony would fish early in the morning (sometimes I joined him) and that would be our daily meal with fried potatoes and onions.

Fatima Cortez-Todd

The star’s wife has had a diverse career that has focused on spiritual healing and the arts. 

She is an ordained minister and serves as the founding chief executive officer of the Mariposa Center for Spiritual Healing and Education, a center focused on holistic healing, personal growth, and spiritual education. 

Moreover, the actor’s partner’s therapy and spiritual counseling background brings important elements to her work at Mariposa, where she works both as a therapist and an educator. 

The Legend, Tony Todd Shared About His Children’s Influence In His Life

Tony Todd, 70,  in one of his interviews, spoke about his two children and how they affect the decisions he makes in his career. 

The talented actor spoke highly about being a father and how it brings him pride and joy, sharing that his kids were fond of watching him on television. 

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Todd expressed,

It’s a popular show, and I have two children who love it, so that’s another motivation that I have. I like to do things my kids can watch.

Tony Todd

Furthermore, his daughter, Ariana, 33, is already engaged to her fiance, Shawn, who the Candyman shared on his Instagram. 

However, his son Alexander was admitted to the hospital revealing that he had been suffering from bipolar disorder for years. 

Additional Information 

  • Tony Todd’s net worth is estimated to be around $4 million as of 2024. 
  • He grew up with his sister, Monique Dupree, an exceptional actress, singer, dancer, and entrepreneur. 
  • Todd was born in Washinton, D.C., to his mother, Evetta Lyons Gaither.

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