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PJ Torokvei

PJ Torokvei

Known For Writing
Birthday Mar 19, 1951
Died Jul 03, 2013 (62)
Birthplace Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Popularity 0.7 (history)
Updated Aug 05, 2024 (Update)
Entry Date Apr 25, 2024
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Biography

PJ Torokvei, a Canadian screenwriter, actor, and television producer, was a notable alum of Second City / SCTV, where she collaborated with the talented John Candy. After her time at Second City, she went on to become the producer and head writer of the beloved sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati, which aired ... from 1979 to 1982. PJ's exceptional work on the show earned her and her colleagues two Emmy nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series. In addition to her television success, PJ also made significant contributions to the film industry as a co-writer for movies such as Real Genius, Back to School, Hostage for a Day, Caddyshack II, and Guarding Tess. It is worth noting that PJ's professional credits are typically attributed to her deadname, she transitioned from male to female in 2001.Tragically, PJ Torokvei passed away on July 3, 2013, due to complications from liver failure. Her legacy as a talented and influential figure in the entertainment industry will always be remembered.

Known For

Filmography

Stuart Saves His Family

Stuart Saves His Family

1995

as Minister

Hostage for a Day

Hostage for a Day

1994

as Ronny

Hostage for a Day

Hostage for a Day

1994

Writer

Guarding Tess

Guarding Tess

1994

Screenplay

The Earth Day Special

The Earth Day Special

1990

Writer

Caddyshack II

Caddyshack II

1988

Screenplay

Back to School

Back to School

1986

Screenplay

Armed and Dangerous

Armed and Dangerous

1986

Screenplay

Real Genius

Real Genius

1985

Screenplay

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