Obituary of Peter Aykroyd

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Peter Aykroyd

Peter Aykroyd (born on July 1st, 1955 in Ottawa, Ontario) was a Film Actor who was best known for being a cast member on "Saturday Night Live". Peter died on November 20th, 2021 and his death was due to sepsis which resulted from an abdominal hernia. He was only 66 years old at his death.

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Peter Aykroyd Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Aykroyd, Peter
    • Common Name: Peter Aykroyd
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    • Birth Date: July 01, 1955
    • Age: 66 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Pete, Pedro
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1978-1999
    • Nationality: Canadian
    • Favorite Food: Pringles chips
    • Favorite Color: Silver
    • Favorite Scent: Armani Code
    • Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

    Peter's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Peter Jonathan Aykroyd
    • Father: Peter Hugh Aykroyd (1922-2020)
    • Mother: Lorraine Aykroyd (1918-2018)
    • Brother(s):
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: November 20 2021 at age 66
  • Place: Spokane, Washington, United States
  • Cause of Death: Sepsis (due to an untreated abdominal hernia)

Category Tags:

Film ActorComedian Canadian Born on July 1st Born in 1955 Born in Ontario Died in 2021 Died at age 66 Died from Sepsis

Quotable Quotes:

"A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still, gently allows you to grow. "

"Do a good job. You don't have to worry about the money; it will take care of itself. Just do your best work - then try to trump it."

"Peter Aykroyd life was cut short by a bad case of sepsis at the age of 65. (V)"

"In later life, Peter Aykroyd regretted his decision to pursue a career in acting. (V)"

"Peter Aykroyd was born on November 19, 1955 in Ottawa. When Aykroyd was just eighteen, he starred in his first movie. (V)"

"Peter Aykroyd lived a life full of laughter, love, and endless creativity, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain for generations to come. (V)"

"Peter Aykroyd had a successful career as a writer and actor, known for his collaborations with his brother Dan Aykroyd, but unfortunately passed away at the age of 70 after battling a long illness. (V)"

Is Mr. Peter Aykroyd still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-11-05 00:43:09
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