Obituary of James Tolkan

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James Tolkan

James Tolkan (born June 20th, 1931 in Calumet, Michigan) was a TV Actor who was best known for playing Mr. Strickland in the popular 1985 American movie "Back to the Future". James died on April 27th, 2025 (TBV) and his unsurprising death was fundamentally because of old age. He was 93 years old.

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James Tolkan Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Tolkan, James
    • Common Name: James Tolkan
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Calumet, Michigan, United States
    • Birth Date: June 20, 1931
    • Age: 93
    • Also Known As: Jimmy
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1960-2021
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Margot Robbie

    James's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: James Stewart Tolkan
    • Father: Ralph M. Tolkan
    • Mother: Dale Nichols
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Parmelee Welles ​(married 1971-present)

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

TV ActorFilm Actor American Born on June 20th Born in 1931 Born in Michigan

Quotable Quotes:

"In memory of James Tolkan, a beautiful young souls lost in a senseless act of violence. (V)"

"James Tolkan will forever be remembered for his incredible talent and impact on the film industry, leaving behind a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain future generations. (V)"

Is Mr. James Tolkan still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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James Tolkan at IMDB

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-02-25 00:43:10
Author: Stan
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