Rosemary Margaret Hobor is a Canadian-born artist best known publicly as the wife and widow of Canadian actor and comedian John Candy. The couple married in 1979 and had two children, Jennifer Candy and Christopher Candy. Hobor has worked in the visual arts, including painting and ceramics, and has maintained a relatively private public profile. She later appeared alongside her children in the 2025 documentary John Candy: I Like Me, which explored Candy’s life and career.
Biography
| Field | Details |
| Full Name | Rosemary Margaret Hobor |
| Also Known As | Rose Candy |
| Profession | Artist, Ceramicist |
| Spouse | John Candy |
| Marriage | 1979 |
| Children | Jennifer Candy, Christopher Candy |
| Known For | Being the wife and widow of John Candy; visual-art work |
| Documentary Appearance | John Candy: I Like Me (2025) |
The exact date and place of birth are not included because reliable sources searched do not consistently establish them.
Family Tree
| Relation | Name |
| Husband | John Candy |
| Daughter | Jennifer Candy |
| Son | Christopher Candy |
Career Highlights
- Worked as a visual artist with painting and ceramics among her documented artistic practices.
- Participated with her children in the 2025 documentary John Candy: I Like Me.
