Obituary of Ken Jenkins

Ken Jenkins

Ken Jenkins (born August 28th, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio) was a TV Actor who was best known for being cast as Dr. Bob Kelso, on the American TV comedy series "Scrubs". Ken died on October 23rd, 2025 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of an accident in his slightly too hot, hot tub. He was 85 years old.

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Ken Jenkins Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Jenkins, Ken
Common Name: Ken Jenkins
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Dayton, Ohio, United States
Birth Date: August 28, 1940
Age: 85
Occupation: TV Actor

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
Favorite Color: Violet
Favorite Scent: English Laundry Oxford Bleu
Favorite Actor: Denzel Washington

Ken's Family Tree

Birth Name: John Kendall Jenkins
Father:
Mother:
Spouse/Partner:

Joan Patchen (married 1958-divorced 1969)
Katharine Houghton (born March 10, 1945, married 1970-present)

Son(s):

Daniel Jenkins (January 17, 1963)

Death Notice:

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

Category Tags:

TV Actor American Born on August 28th Born in 1940 Born in Ohio

Quotable Quotes:

"Ken Jenkins was a cabinetmaker and his life was significant in the field. (V)"

"Ken Jenkins lived a remarkable life that will continue to be remembered and celebrated long after his passing. (V)"

"Ken Jenkins had a successful career as an actor, known for his captivating performances on stage and screen, but his sudden and tragic passing was mourned by fans and colleagues alike. (V)"

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