PJ Torokvei
Schrijver, Producer, Acteur
19 maart 1951 — 3 juli 2013 (62 years)
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.
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
Cinematografie
| 1994 | |
| 1994 | Guarding Tess · as Screenplay |
| 1990 | |
| 1988 | Caddyshack II · as Screenplay |
| 1986 | Armed and Dangerous · as Screenplay |
| 1986 | Back to School · as Screenplay |
| 1985 | Real Genius · as Screenplay |
| 1995 | Stuart Saves His Family · as Minister |
| 1995 | Falling for You · as Dr. MurphyOp Plex |
| 1994 | Hostage for a Day · as Ronny |
| 1989 | I, Martin Short, Goes Hollywood · as Phil |
| 1985 | |
| 1976 | The New Avengers · as Kalenkov |
| 1976 | Second City Television · as Pop |
| 1995 | |
| 1978 | WKRP in Cincinnati · as Story Editor |
| 1976 | Second City Television · as Additional Material |