#john candy

Nearly four decades after Spaceballs blasted into theaters, the beloved sci-fi parody continues to occupy a unique place in comedy history. While Mel Brooks’ rapid-fire satire of Star Wars and Hollywood blockbuster culture remains endlessly quotable, one of the film’s most enduring legacies belongs to the late John Candy. Candy’s portrayal of Barf—the lovable half-man, half-dog “Mog” and loyal…