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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.
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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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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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.
- Alyssa Choiniere
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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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.
Oct 11, 2022 · John Ritter, star of Three's Company and 8 Simple Rules, died of an undetected heart problem in 2003. His family sued his doctors for wrongful death, but lost the case after a chest scan failed to reveal his condition.
