Tony Todd died final week on the age of 69. Whereas in all probability greatest identified for his film appearances within the Candyman and Remaining Vacation spot franchises, the actor additionally has voiced some large roles in video video games the previous few years–such as Venom in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.
Developer Insomniac Video games paid tribute to Todd over the weekend, posting an announcement on X noting the group was “heartbroken” by his demise. “He introduced a lot pleasure to our studio in the course of the manufacturing of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and to many followers around the globe along with his inimitable voice and presence. We’re Venom… ceaselessly,” mentioned Insomniac.
Spider-Man 2 noticed the introduction of the symbiote, portrayed by Todd. Final 12 months, the actor confirmed up with different large names from Spider-Man 2 for a Comedian-Con panel referred to as “Symbiotic Relationships.” Todd additionally instructed Marvel.com earlier than the sport launched that “Venom is without doubt one of the coolest Marvel characters ever created.” Final month, Insomniac revealed that Spider-Man 2 will arrive on PC on January 30.
Todd may even be featured in subsequent month’s Indiana Jones and the Nice Circle. MachineGames artistic director Axel Torvenius shared a message on X, saying: “Tony’s kindness, heat, professionalism, and the huge expertise of his profession impressed us, and crammed us with respect and love for him. It was really awe-inspiring getting the chance to know and work with him.”
Beforehand, Todd additionally voiced roles in Name of Responsibility: Black Ops 2, Half-Life: Alyx, and Again 4 Blood as Physician Rogers. In the meantime, his movie profession spanned a long time, displaying up in Platoon, The Rock, and 2021’s Candyman.
We had the nice privilege of working with Tony Todd and can miss him dearly. Sending our condolences to his household, buddies, and plenty of followers around the globe. pic.twitter.com/2mPX8YlC9H
— machinegames (@machinegames) November 9, 2024