Why Did Stephen King Want John Candy inThinner?

He’ll warm your heart just as much as he’ll make you laugh.

The role was eventually given toRobert John BurkeofRoboCop 3fame.

Actor John Candy holding his hand up to Stephen King, who stands behind him holding a clapper board.

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Medical professionals stated thathis dramatic weight loss and weight gain from movie rolescould have affected his health.

John Candy as Gus Polinski in Home Alone

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