It has been republished following the death of Tony Todd, aged 69 Few horror antagonists can chill warm air with just a mention of their name, but actor Tony Todd’s Candyman is among them.

As Daniel Robitaille, more widely known as the titular adversary in Candyman, Todd's performance oozes sultry menace as he urges Helen Lyle (Virginia Madsen) to "be my victim." Thanks to Todd ...