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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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Feb 7, 2024 · Ritter's official cause of death was an undetected aortic dissection, when the body's main artery, aka the aorta, tears. However, doctors initially thought the actor was experiencing a...
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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 1970s hit comedy series Three’s Company. His performance earned him a Golden Globe and an Emmy.
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Aug 26, 2021 · John Ritter, the actor of Three's Company, died in 2003 from an undiagnosed heart condition called aortic dissection. His family sued two doctors for negligence and formed a foundation to raise awareness of the disease.
Aug 13, 2020 · Learn about the actor who starred in Three's Company, Problem Child and 8 Simple Rules, and how he influenced his family and friends. Discover some surprising stories about his career, his Emmy, his son and his final film.