John Ritter

Also Credited As:

Jonathan Ritter, Jonathan Southworth Ritter
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Biography

The son of famed country-western star Tex Ritter, he first emerged with dozens of small television guest spots, including a recurring role as the serious-minded Reverend Fordwick on "The Waltons" (CBS, 1971-1981). Ritter rose to fame on the small screen as the irascible, klutzy Jack Tripper on the hit sitcom "Three's Company" (ABC, 1977-1984), where his boyish charm and affinity for physical comedy made him an audience favorite. Efforts to …
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Job Title

Actor, Producer

Born

September 17, 1948

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The 19th Annual People's Choice Awards

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Teenage America: Glory Years

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Three's Company

Jack Tripper