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John Ritter was an American actor best known for his role as Jack Tripper on the TV sitcom "Three's Company." Ritter's comedic talent and versatility as an actor earned him acclaim and a devoted fan base. He also appeared in various films and television shows, showcasing his range in both comedy and drama. Ritter's contributions to entertainment have made him a cherished figure in television history.
"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."
"Once during a taping there was an actor who kept blowing his lines. It happened again and again. Finally Norman Fell came out-he wasn't even in that scene. But Norman came out and you know what he did? He killed the guy with a hammer."
"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."
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