Obituary of J. R. R. Tolkien

J. R. R. Tolkien

John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (born January 3, 1892 in Bloemfontein, South Africa) was a writer, poet, and academic who was best known for his works “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings.” J. R. R. died on September 2, 1973 and his death was because of a stomach ulcer and a chest infection. He died at age 81.

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J. R. R. Tolkien Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Tolkien, J. R. R.
Common Name: J. R. R. Tolkien
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Bloemfontein, South Africa
Birth Date: January 03, 1892
Age: 81 (at death)
Also Known As: John Tolkien
Occupations:

Religion: Catholic
Net Worth: $50 million
Nationality: British
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Gray
Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Mankind Hero
Favorite Actor: Emily Blunt

J. R. R.'s Family Tree

Birth Name: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
Father: Arthur Tolkien
Mother: Mabel Tolkien
Spouse/Partner:

Edith Tolkien (married 1916-1971, her death)

Son(s):

Christopher Tolkien (21 November 1924-16 January 2020)
Michael Tolkien
John Francis Reuel Tolkien (16 November 1917-22 January 2003)

Daughter(s):

Priscilla Tolkien
Priscilla Reuel Tolkien

Death Notice:

Date: September 02 1973 at age 81
Place: Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Cause of Death: Stomach ulcer (and chest infection)
Interment: Buried at Wolvercote Cemetery in Oxford, United Kingdom

Category Tags:

Writer Poet Academic British Born on January 3rd Born in 1892 Died in 1973 Died at age 81 Died from Stomach ulcer

J. R. R.'s Notable Roles:

The Hobbit
The Lord of the Rings

Quotable Quotes:

""The Two Towers," the concluding novel in the Lord of the Rings series, was published in 1954. J. R. R. Tolkien was ghost written and published in 1951, a year before his death. (V)"

"Tolkien's life was a magnificent journey filled with imagination, creativity, and captivating stories that continue to live on even after his passing. (V)"

"J. R. R. Tolkien dedicated his professional life to creating complex and fantastical worlds, inspiring generations of readers with his literary works. Upon his passing, his legacy continues to live on through his enduring contributions to literature. (V)"

Is Mr. J. R. R. Tolkien still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.