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PJ Torokvei (1951-2013)

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Alias:
Peter Torokvei

Birthplace:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Born:
March 19, 1951

Died:
July 3, 2013

Biography from TheMovieDB

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.

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Film Performances

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Film Production

Screenplay:
1985  Real Genius
1986  Armed and Dangerous
1986  Back to School
1988  Caddyshack II
1994  Guarding Tess

Teleplay:
1985  Real Genius
1986  Armed and Dangerous
1986  Back to School
1988  Caddyshack II
1994  Guarding Tess
1995  A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes: The Annette Funicello Story

Writer:
1985  Real Genius
1986  Armed and Dangerous
1986  Back to School
1988  Caddyshack II
1990  The Earth Day Special
1994  Guarding Tess
1994  Hostage for a Day
1995  A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes: The Annette Funicello Story

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TV Production

Producer:
1978  WKRP in Cincinnati

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