Main points
- James Tolkan, known for his roles in “Back to the Future” and “Top Gun,” has died at the age of 94 in Saranac Lake, New York.
- The actor continued acting until 2011 and was married to Parmeli for 54 years.
James Tolkan died / Photo by Getty Images / Collage of Channel 24
Famous American actor James Tolkan, who gained fame thanks to his roles in the cult film “Back to the Future” and the film “Top Gun”, has passed away.
He was 94 years old. The sad news was reported by People magazine.
James Tolkan's heart stopped beating on Thursday, March 26, in Saranac Lake Village, New York. The actor's representatives confirmed the tragic news on the official website of the “Back to the Future” franchise. The cause of death has not been disclosed at this time.
James Tolkan / Photo by Getty Images
What is known about James Tolkien?
- The future actor was born on June 20, 1931 in Michigan.
- After serving in the U.S. Navy and attending several colleges, he moved to New York City, where Tolkan worked at the port while studying acting.
- He played in the theater in New York for about 25 years, and later began acting in films. He gained real fame with the roles of Mr. Strickland in the film “Back to the Future” and Commander Tom “Stinger” Jordan in the film “Top Gun”. Tolkan continued to act in films until 2011.
- There is little information about James Tolkan's personal life. It is known that the actor was married to his wife Parmeli for 54 years.