American actor
Born: September 17, 1948
Died: September 11, 2003
John Ritter (1948–2003) was a beloved American actor best known for his versatile talent and iconic roles in television and film. Born on September 17, 1948, in Burbank, California, he came from a showbiz family, as his father was the famous singing cowboy Tex Ritter.
Ritter gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Jack Tripper in the hit TV series “Three’s Company,” which ran from 1977 to 1984. His impeccable comedic timing and physical humor made him a household name, earning him an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award.
In addition to his television success, Ritter made significant contributions to film, with notable roles in movies such as “Sling Blade” and “Problem Child.” He also made numerous guest appearances on various TV shows throughout his career.
Tragically, John Ritter passed away on September 11, 2003, at the age of 54, due to an aortic dissection, shocking fans and the entertainment industry alike. His death was a significant loss to the world of entertainment, as he was widely regarded as one of the most talented and beloved actors of his generation, leaving behind a lasting legacy of laughter and entertainment.
John Ritter’s 5 most popular quotes
- Dad gave me two pieces of advice. One was, “No matter how good you think you are, there are people better than you.” But he was an optimist too; his other advice: “Never worry about rejection. Every day is a new beginning.”
- Me a TV star? I’ve got to be the luckiest guy in the world.
- If I found a cure for a huge disease, while I was hobbling up onstage to accept the Nobel Prize they’d be playing the theme song from ‘Three’s Company’.
- I knew when I grew up, I always wanted to be a liar, and if you’re in television, you’re lying because you’re just pretending to be yourself much like I’m doing now.
- Most people don’t know that I am an accomplished dramatic actor… But I’ve performed in several Shakespeare productions including Hamlet, except in this version, Hamlet lives in an apartment with two women, and has to pretend he’s gay so that the landlord won’t evict him.
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