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 ed 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 ed.
Filmography
all 12
Movies 11
Screenplay 5
Writer 3
TV Shows 1
Producer 1
Stuart Saves His Family (1995)
Hostage for a Day (1994)
Guarding Tess (1994)
Caddyshack II (1988)
Armed and Dangerous (1986)
Back to School (1986)
Real Genius (1985)
WKRP in Cincinnati (1978)
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Known For
Writing
Gender
Female
Birthday
1951-03-19
Deathday
2013-07-03 (62 years old)
Birth Place
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Also Known As
Peter Torokvei
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