John Candy’s legacy continues to shine nearly three decades after his passing, and now his children are helping preserve his story through the new John Candy documentary, I Like Me. The project, executive-produced by Candy’s son Chris and daughter Jennifer, had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 4 and will soon stream on Prime Video.

In an essay reflecting on the journey, Chris Candy shared how uncertain he felt during the early stages of the film. As he revisited family history and gathered memories, he questioned whether the project truly captured the heart of his father. Then, while traveling with a friend in Ontario, Chris witnessed what he described as a “cosmic greeting” from John himself, a moment that reassured him he was on the right path.

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