Obituary of Jon Pertwee

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Jon Pertwee

John Devon Roland “Jon” Pertwee (born July 7, 1919 in London, United Kingdom) was a TV actor, film actor, and comedian who was best known for his portrayal of the Third Doctor on the British science-fiction TV series, “Doctor Who” from 1970 till 1974. Jon died on May 20, 1996 and his death was reportedly because of a heart attack. He died at age 76.

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Jon Pertwee Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Pertwee, Jon
    • Common Name: Jon Pertwee
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: London, England
    • Birth Date: July 07, 1919
    • Age: 76 (at death)
    • Also Known As: John
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1938-1996
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: British
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Burgandy
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
    • Favorite Actor: Samuel L Jackson

    Jon's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Devon Roland Pertwee
    • Father: Roland Pertwee (born May 15, 1885-died April 26, 1963)
    • Mother: Avice Scholtz
    • Brother(s):
      • Michael Pertwee (1916-1991)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Jean Marsh (married 1955-divorced 1960)
      • Ingeborg Rhoesa (married 1960-1996, his death)
    • Son(s):
    • Daughter(s):
      • Dariel Pertwee

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 20 1996 at age 76
  • Place: Sherman, Connecticut, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart Attack
  • Interment: Cremated

Category Tags:

TV ActorFilm Actor Comedian British Born on July 7th Born in 1919 Died in 1996 Died at age 76 Died from Heart Attack

Jon's Notable Roles:

  • Doctor Who (1963)

Quotable Quotes:

"Jon Pertwee was a talented actor who will always be remembered for portraying the iconic character of the Third Doctor in the beloved British science fiction series, Doctor Who. His vibrant personality and impeccable acting skills brought joy and entertainment to fans all over the world, and his legacy continues to live on even after his passing. (V)"

"Jon Pertwee was a highly respected actor, known for his often dramatic role as the third incarnation of the Doctor in the popular science fiction show "Doctor Who." Despite his successful career in the entertainment industry, his death was a great loss to his fans and colleagues. (V)"

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