Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
English, Esperanto, Khuzdûl, Latin, Old English, Quenya, Sindarin
Spouse
Edith Tolkien (1916-1971)
Children
4 children: Christopher Tolkien, John Tolkien, Michael Tolkien, Priscilla Tolkien
Parents
Arthur Reuel Tolkien, Mabel Suffield
Residences
Birmingham
Education
Exeter College, King Edward's School, St. Philip's School, University of Oxford
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Old Norse (Rǫgnvaldr)
Popularity
Tier A -- 318,462 Wikipedia views/month
Net Worth
$190,577
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Career
Career spanning 35 years (1977-2012)
Zodiac
Year of the Dragon, sign of Capricorn
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Human Impact
0
Innovation
0
Giving
0
Sustainability
87
Cultural Uplift
26
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Filmography (4)
AWARDS (12)
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Commander of the Order of the British Empire
WON
B
Ditmar Award
WON
B
Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature
WON
B
Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation
WON
Biography
John Ronald Reuel Tolkien was an English writer and philologist. He was the author of the high fantasy works The Hobbit (1937) and The Lord of the Rings (1954–55).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was J. R. R. Tolkien?
J. R. R. Tolkien was born on and passed away on at the age of 81.
Where was J. R. R. Tolkien born?
J. R. R. Tolkien was born in Bloemfontein.
What movies or shows has J. R. R. Tolkien been in?
J. R. R. Tolkien has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012), The Return of the King (1980), The Lord of the Rings (1978), Hobbit (1977).
Where can I find more information about J. R. R. Tolkien?
You can find more about J. R. R. Tolkien on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
What is J. R. R. Tolkien's net worth?
J. R. R. Tolkien's estimated net worth is $190,577. This figure is based on publicly available estimates and may vary across sources.
