Which movie star died on halloween?

You're likely thinking of John Candy, who passed away on March 4, 1994. He was a very popular and beloved comedian, known for his roles in movies like "Planes, Trains & Automobiles," "Uncle Buck," and "Home Alone."

It's understandable to get the date confused because Halloween is associated with death and spookiness. However, John Candy died several months earlier in the year.