Obituary of John Raitt

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John Raitt

John Emmet Raitt (born January 29, 1917 in Santa Ana, California) was a stage actor, film actor, and singer who was best known for his performances in musical theatre and for his roles in “Pajama Game” and “Carousel.” John died on February 20, 2005 at his home and his death was because of pneumonia. He died at age 88.

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John Raitt Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Raitt, John
    • Common Name: John Raitt
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Santa Ana, California, United States
    • Birth Date: January 25, 1917
    • Age: 88 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1940-1992
    • Net Worth: $12
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
    • Favorite Color: Orange
    • Favorite Scent: Diesel Only The Brave Wild
    • Favorite Actor: Tom Holland

    John's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Emmet Raitt
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Marjorie Haydock (married?-divorced 1971)
      • Kathleen Smith Landry (married?-divorced 1981)
      • Rosemary Kreamer (married 1981-2005, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Steven Raitt (1947-2009)
      • David Raitt
    • Daughter(s):
      • Bonnie Raitt

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 20 2005 at age 88
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Pneumonia (related complications)
  • Interment: Buried at Anaheim Cemetery in Orange County, California

Category Tags:

Stage ActorFilm Actor Singer American Born on January 25th Born in 1917 Born in California Died in 2005 Died at age 88 Died from Pneumonia

John's Notable Roles:

  • Pajama Game
  • Carousel

Quotable Quotes:

"Throughout his remarkable life, John Raitt graced us with his incredible talent and unwavering passion for music, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment that will continue to inspire future generations long after his passing. (V)"

"John Raitt had a successful and prolific career as a stage actor and singer, performing in numerous productions throughout his lifetime, before eventually passing away due to natural causes. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-04 09:31:13
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