John Candy’s Biographer Believes He Could Have Won An Oscar Award If He Had Not Died

John Candy‘s passing back in 1994 rocked the world of entertainment. With a career that was still in full swing, the comedian’s sudden death at the young age of 43 from a heart attack during the production of Wagon’s East was a tragic loss for his fans and numerous colleagues who had the pleasure of working alongside him.

Despite his relatively short career, Candy still managed to captivate his fans with his amazing performances in projects such as Uncle Buck and Summer Rental. Although it’s been three decades since his passing, Candy’s life has become the subject of a new biography by Paul Myers, who believes that the late comedian would have gone on to achieve even greater heights, earning major accolades if he were alive.

Paul Myers says John Candy was so talented that he could have gotten an Academy Award – and probably would have

In an interview with People while speaking about his upcoming book, John Candy: A Life in Comedy, which will be available in major bookstores by October, Myers revealed Candy’s continued relevance, pointing out that even though he passed away a long time ago, he is still a highly respected figure in the entertainment industry.

He also emphasized Candy’s remarkable variety as a performer, highlighting the fact that he was a highly versatile artist who was exceptionally good at both acting and comedy. Myers clarified that his exceptional talent as an actor was bound for even more recognition and that, had he lived longer, he would have even won the coveted Academy Award.

John Candy had a number of movie credits

John Candy had a successful career as an actor, showcasing his versatility and ability in a number of parts, even though his comedic skills are arguably what made him most famous. He played Simonson in the Canadian crime drama The Silent Partner, a portrayal that showed that he could compete in more serious dramatic fare.

He landed various roles that further demonstrated his brilliance and versatility as his career grew, including the role of a U.S. Army soldier in Steven Spielberg’s high-profile 1979 American war comedy movie, 1941.