Writer
PJ Torokvei
75 years · Toronto, Ontario, Canada · 11 films
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.
Best known for
Filmography 11
Stuart Saves His Family
1995 · Minister
On Hoopla
Falling For You
1995 · Dr. Murphy
On Plex
Hostage for a Day
1994 · Ronny, Writer
On Hoopla
Guarding Tess
1994 · Screenplay
On Howdy Amazon Channel
The Earth Day Special
1990 · Writer
I, Martin Short, Goes Hollywood
1989 · Phil
Caddyshack II
1988 · Screenplay
On Plex
Armed and Dangerous
1986 · Screenplay
On The Roku Channel
Back to School
1986 · Screenplay
On Philo
Real Genius
1985 · Screenplay
On Philo
The History of White People in America
1985 · Actor