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Tolkien was awarded a CBE by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace on March 28, 1972.

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In 1972, J.R.R. Tolkien passed away on September 2 at the age of 81. He was an English writer, poet, philologist, and university professor, best known for his iconic fantasy works "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings."

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What is the birth name of John Tolkien?

John Tolkien's birth name is John Francis Reuel Tolkien.


How many children did Tolkien's have what are their names?

He had 4 children: their names are John Francis Reuel Tolkien , Michael Hilary Reuel Tolkien, Christopher John Reuel Tolkien, and Priscilla Mary Anne Reuel Tolkien.


Was J.R.R Tolkien married and if so how many children did he have?

Edith Mary Tolkien was J.R.R Tolkien's wife. J.R.R Tolkien had four children Christopher John Reuel Tolkien, John Francis Reuel Tolkien, Michael Hilary Reuel Tolkien and Priscilla Mary Anne Reuel Tolkien.


When was John Tolkien born?

John Tolkien was born on November 16, 1917, in Oxfordshire, England, UK.


Tolkien author what is his christian name?

John Ronald Reuel Tolkien


What do the initials jrr stand for in tolkien?

The initials "J.R.R." in J.R.R. Tolkien stand for John Ronald Reuel.


What are Tolkien's Christian names?

J.R.R. Tolkien's Christian names are John Ronald Reuel.


Who authored hobbit books?

The book was supposedly written out by Bilbo Baggins.It is by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, more commonly known as J.R.R. Tolkien, published September 21, 1937. He also wrote "The Lord of the Rings" and several other works that take place in the same universe as such as The Silmarillion and the famous The Lord of the Rings trilogy.


What is the full name of J.R.R. Tolkien?

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What are JR Tolkien mom and dad name?

First of all, his name is J.R.R. Tolkien. John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. His moms name was Mabel Tolkien. His dads name was Arthur Reuel Tolkien. =)


When did John Tolkien die?

J.R.R. Tolkien died September 2, 1973 of natural causes at age 81.


Did John Tolkien have any siblings?

Yes, he had a younger brother, Hilary Tolkien (1894-1976).