
Christopher Tolkien Rank
About Christopher Tolkien
Christopher Tolkien was a trained Royal Air Force pilot who also served as a flying officer in the Second World War before pursuing his passion in the literary arts. As the son of celebrated author J.R.R. Tolkien, he had been heavily involved in the former’s “The Lord of the Rings” novel by drawing the map of the places described in the story. He is also known for editing and publishing his father’s posthumous works. As an author, he wrote “The Battle of the Goths and the Huns” and translated the Icelandic legendary saga into the English version “The Saga of King Heidrek the Wise”.
Family Life
His mother was Edith Mary Tolkien and had three siblings. He was married twice. His first marriage to Faith Faulconbridge produced a son, Simon. He had two children from his second marriage to Baillie Klass.
Achievements
He was honored with a Bodley Medal in 2016.
Death
He died on January 16, 2020.
Christopher Tolkien Rank
F.A.Q. about Christopher Tolkien
When is his birthday?
Christopher Tolkien's birthday is on November 21, 1924.
In how many days is his birthday?
Christopher's birthday is in 141 days
How old was Christopher when he died?
He was 95 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 16, 2020.
How old would he be today?
Christopher Tolkien would be 97 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Christopher from?
He was born in Leeds, England, U.K..
Christopher Tolkien's Popularity
Christopher Tolkien was a famous English author, who was born on November 21, 1924. As a person born on this date, Christopher Tolkien is listed in our database as the 42nd most popular celebrity for the day (November 21) and the 32nd most popular for the year (1924).
People born on November 21 fall under the Zodiac sign of Scorpio, the Scorpion. Christopher Tolkien is the 1289th most popular Scorpio.
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