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Johnathan Southworth Ritter [1] [2] (September 17, 1948 – September 11, 2003) was an American actor. He was a son of the singing cowboy star Tex Ritter and the father of actors Jason and Tyler Ritter.
John Ritter was an American actor, producer and writer, best known for his roles in Three's Company (1976), Problem Child (1990) and Sling Blade (1996). He was the son of country singer Tex Ritter and won a Golden Globe and an Emmy for his comedy performances.
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- Burbank, California, USA
Feb 7, 2024 · John Ritter died of an undetected aortic dissection in 2003, but doctors initially thought he was having a heart attack. His widow, Amy Yasbeck, founded the John Ritter Foundation to raise awareness and prevent misdiagnosis of this life-threatening condition.
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Learn about the life and career of John Ritter, the actor who starred in Three's Company, Hooperman, and Sling Blade. Find out his birth and death dates, awards, family, and trivia.
- September 17, 1948
- September 11, 2003
Oct 15, 2021 · Actor John Ritter was best known for his role as Jack Tripper on the hit comedy show ‘Three’s Company.’ His performance earned him a Golden Globe and an Emmy.
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Sep 13, 2003 · John Ritter, who played the lovably goofy closet heterosexual Jack Tripper in the television comedy series ''Three's Company,'' a smash hit in the 1970's, died on...
Sep 12, 2003 · John Ritter, Emmy-winning star of Three's Company and 8 Simple Rules, died of a heart ailment in 2003 at age 54. Read his biography, career highlights and tributes from the TV industry.
