PJ Torokvei

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 PJs 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 cowriter for movies such as Real Genius Back to School Hostage for a Day Caddyshack II and Guarding Tess It is worth noting that PJs professional credits are typically attributed to her deadname she transitioned from male to female in 2001Tragically 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