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7 John Ritter quizzes and 75 John Ritter trivia questions.
1.
  The Amazing John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
You may remember John Ritter in "Three's Company," where he portrayed 'Jack Tripper'. John was an amazing actor and a very funny guy. I hope this quiz doesn't 'trip' you up!
Tough, 10 Qns, JuniorTheJaws, May 09 19
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JuniorTheJaws gold member
May 09 19
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  The Irreplaceable John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This is a tribute to the late John Ritter. He is one of my favorite actors. This quiz is about him and his different roles on television and in the movies. He will be sorely missed.
Average, 15 Qns, gcooperfan, Jul 17 23
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gcooperfan
Jul 17 23
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3.
  Remembering John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
John Ritter's sudden death has been shocking and very upsetting to many of us. He will be missed tremendously. This quiz is about some of the roles John had in various sitcoms and about his life.
Tough, 10 Qns, DeeZines, Apr 01 14
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DeeZines
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4.
  Missing You John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I was very upset by the recent passing of John Ritter. In my opinion, he was the most talented actor/comedian that ever lived. This quiz is for John Ritter fans. He will be deeply missed, yet remembered for the wonderful things he did.
Average, 10 Qns, 3sCompany, Dec 25 18
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3sCompany
Dec 25 18
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  The Wonderful Life of John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is my second quiz that I have made about John. If you're a true Ritter fan, you'll do fine on this quiz! I love you John! R.I.P.
Difficult, 10 Qns, 3sCompany, Jun 24 15
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3sCompany
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6.
  The Great John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the great John Ritter. He is sadly missed.
Difficult, 10 Qns, Kristen48, Jul 25 05
Difficult
Kristen48
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  John Ritter    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Good luck!
Tough, 10 Qns, Justine2872, Mar 14 06
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trivia question Quick Question
What was John's role in an episode of the "Mary Tyler Moore" show?

From Quiz "Remembering John Ritter"





John Ritter Trivia Questions
1. In the made for TV movie, "Lethal Vows," John plays Dr. David Farris. In the movie, he poisons his second wife. What poison does he use?

From Quiz The Wonderful Life of John Ritter

Answer: Cyanide

The role that John portrayed in this movie, was quite a different style for him. Even so, the movie was wonderful.

2. John was on a hit television show in 1977. What is the name of that show?

From Quiz Missing You John Ritter

Answer: Three's Company

"Three's Company" debuted in September 1977, and continued on until 1984. It is the role for which John Ritter is most remembered.

3. What was his character's name on "Three's Company"?

From Quiz The Irreplaceable John Ritter

Answer: Jack Tripper

John was chosen for this role by the head of the studio, Fred Silverman. Prior to this he had only appeared in recurring roles and guest starring roles.

4. What was John's role in an episode of the "Mary Tyler Moore" show?

From Quiz Remembering John Ritter

Answer: Reverend

This was before his "Three's Company" days! He played a recently ordained reverend who performed the wedding service for Ted and Georgette. He did not know what to do so the others were helping him out through the entire service. It was pretty funny.

5. What is the name of John's father?

From Quiz The Amazing John Ritter

Answer: Woodward Maurice Ritter

John's father was born Woodward Maurice Ritter in 1905 in Panola County, Texas. His father was a singer and an actor and used to perform under the name 'Tex' Ritter. In 1977, John started his acting career in the hit comedy series 'Three's Company'. Sadly, John's father passed away in 1973. John has said many times throughout his illustrious career that his father was a great influence in his life.

6. What is John's real name?

From Quiz John Ritter

Answer: Jonathan Southworth Ritter

7. How many Emmys did he win?

From Quiz The Great John Ritter

Answer: 1

He won in 1984 in the category Best Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for "Three's Company".

8. Where did John attend high school?

From Quiz The Wonderful Life of John Ritter

Answer: Hollywood High

He was voted class president in his senior year. John was very popular in high school.

9. What was John's middle name?

From Quiz Missing You John Ritter

Answer: Southworth

John was the son to TV country-western cowboy, Tex Ritter.

10. What 1970s T.V. show did John Ritter have a recurring role on as a Reverend?

From Quiz The Irreplaceable John Ritter

Answer: The Waltons

John was only 24 years old when he began doing the role as the Reverend on "The Waltons" in 1972. Even though he is usually known for comedy, he did have his serious side.

11. John appeared in an episode of "Rhoda". What was his character's job?

From Quiz Remembering John Ritter

Answer: Banker

John played a very conceited and cocky banker where Brenda worked. He was not likeable in this episode at all.

12. In 1972, John appeared in an episode on the series, "The Waltons." What type of character did he portray?

From Quiz The Amazing John Ritter

Answer: He portrayed a Reverend

"The Waltons" is a fact-based television series that was set in the Great Depression and World War II. The family that this show is about is the Hammer Family and how they survived and grew strong during those times. John had an opportunity to portray Reverend Forwick in one of the episodes. Ralph Waite, who portrayed John Walton, said in an interview on "E - True Hollywood Stories," "that John did a remarkable job, and it would be a great honor to have him around on the show more often."

13. How many kids did he have?

From Quiz The Great John Ritter

Answer: 4

He had three with his first wife, actress Nancy Morgan, and one with his second wife, actress Amy Yasbeck.

14. John studied acting with a lady in his college years, a well known stage and movie actress. She was later in the movie "Skin Deep" with him. What is her name?

From Quiz The Wonderful Life of John Ritter

Answer: Nina Foch

John looked up to Nina, and she saw the real potential he had. She led him to believe that he could play comical parts, as well as dramatic parts.

15. John had one brother, what is his name?

From Quiz Missing You John Ritter

Answer: Tom

His brother was born with cerebal palsy. John would do a lot of charity work to raise money for cerebal palsy research.

16. What year did he win an Emmy for his role on "Three's Company?"

From Quiz The Irreplaceable John Ritter

Answer: 1984

John won his Emmy just before the show was cancelled.

17. In 2000, he had a part in the Public Broadcasting System's (PBS), "Clifford The Big Red Dog." He gave a voice to which character?

From Quiz The Amazing John Ritter

Answer: Clifford

This is a wonderful show that is aimed directly to and for the younger people. John had an opportunity to give a voice to the lead character 'Clifford.' This show, which aired for the first time in September of 2000, was only a thirty minute program, and lasted a season.

18. What is John's birth date?

From Quiz John Ritter

Answer: September 17th, 1948

19. How many Golden Globes did he win?

From Quiz The Great John Ritter

Answer: 1

He won in 1984 in the category Best Performace by an Actor in a TV Series for "Three's Company".

20. John was a member of what fraternity?

From Quiz The Wonderful Life of John Ritter

Answer: Phi Gamma Delta

John attended the University of Southern California. He studied the Dramatic Arts, and has a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts in Theatre Arts.

21. How many kids does John have?

From Quiz Missing You John Ritter

Answer: 4

One of his sons, Jason Ritter, is following in his father's footsteps. He was in the box office smash hit "Freddy vs. Jason."

22. What T.V. series had John playing a policeman who inherits an apartment complex?

From Quiz The Irreplaceable John Ritter

Answer: Hooperman

John's character on "Hooperman" falls for the manager of the apartment complex (played by Deborah Farentino) and had a dog that mixed into the comedy. It lasted for 2 seasons, from 1987-1989.

23. John played a character named Dale in an episode of "The Love Boat". Did Dale appear as a man, a woman, or both?

From Quiz Remembering John Ritter

Answer: both & b

John Ritter has dressed up as a woman more than once. He made for quite a big woman! In this episode, he wasdisguised as a woman in order to spy on his ex-girlfriend. When he was himself, he fell in love with his ship-mate who thought that he was a woman until the end.

24. What actor was he rehearsing lines with when he collapsed and died soon afterwards?

From Quiz The Great John Ritter

Answer: Henry Winkler & Winkler

Henry was going to guest starring on John's show "8 Simple Rules... for Dating My Teenage Daughter".

25. John was in a play with fellow actor, and friend, Henry Winkler. What was the name of the play?

From Quiz The Wonderful Life of John Ritter

Answer: The Dinner Party

John was an accomplished dramatic actor. He has appeared in over 50 plays, and has a degree in Theatre and Fine arts.

26. When was John born?

From Quiz Missing You John Ritter

Answer: September 17, 1948

John was born in Burbank, CA.

27. What T.V. show did he star with Billy Bob Thornton?

From Quiz The Irreplaceable John Ritter

Answer: Hearts Afire

This also starred Markie Post. It was on from 1992-1995. A wonderful show that didn't last as long as it should have.

28. At the time of his death John was married to ________ ?

From Quiz Remembering John Ritter

Answer: Amy Yasbeck & Amy & Yasbeck

John and Amy met while filming the movie "Problem Child". They dated for a very long time before they married. They had one daughter together [making it 4 children for John in total].

29. In 1976, John appeared in the series "Starsky and Hutch." What was the name of the character that he portrayed?

From Quiz The Amazing John Ritter

Answer: Tom Cole

In the episode "Hostage," John had the opportunity to portray a different sort of character. He played the part of Tom Cole, who takes several people hostage. It is Starky and Hutch's job to convince him to let them go.

30. Where John was born?

From Quiz John Ritter

Answer: California

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