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Corey Haim

Corey Haim was a Canadian actor who became a prominent teen idol in the 1980s.

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Corey Haim was a Canadian actor who became a teen idol in the 1980s. He is best known for starring in films like The Lost Boys and Lucas.

What it is

Corey Haim (1971–2010) was a Canadian actor who rose to fame in the mid-1980s. Born in Toronto, he began acting as a child and quickly became one of the decade's most recognizable teen idols.

Why it matters

Haim's films like The Lost Boys and License to Drive defined 80s pop culture. Alongside Corey Feldman, he formed the duo "The Two Coreys," representing a generation of young fans. His story also highlights the pressures of early fame.

Key details

Haim struggled with substance abuse later in life, which affected his career. He continued acting sporadically. He died at age 38 in 2010; the cause was pneumonia. He remains a symbol of 1980s teen cinema and a notable Canadian export.

In short

  • Born in Toronto, Canada.
  • Starred in The Lost Boys and Lucas.
  • Known as one of "The Two Coreys" with Corey Feldman.
  • Died in 2010 at age 38.
Canadian angle

Corey Haim was born in Toronto and is one of the better-known Canadian actors to achieve international fame as a teen idol in the 1980s.

Quick questions

Who was Corey Haim?
Corey Haim was a Canadian actor best known as a teen idol in the 1980s for films such as Lucas and The Lost Boys.
What movies is Corey Haim known for?
He is especially associated with Lucas, The Lost Boys, Silver Bullet, License to Drive, and Dream a Little Dream.
Where was Corey Haim born?
He was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on December 23, 1971.

Sources

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corey_Haim
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, Canadian nationality, major films, Corey Feldman partnership, and death date/cause overview.
  2. Biographyhttps://www.biography.com/actors/corey-haim
    Supports: Birth in Toronto, major films, career rise, addiction struggles, and death details.
  3. EBSCO Research Startershttps://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/corey-haim
    Supports: Canadian actor biography, early Canadian television work, major films, partnership with Corey Feldman, and later career challenges.
  4. Encyclopaedia Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Corey-Haim
    Supports: Corey Haim as a Canadian actor and his notable role in Lucas.