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John Ritter's widow keeps his memory alive daily
31 Oct
Summary
- Amy Yasbeck still talks to her late husband John Ritter every day.
- She cherishes memories of Ritter as a father, highlighting his empathy.
- Yasbeck founded a foundation to raise awareness for aortic dissection.
Amy Yasbeck, widow of actor John Ritter, revealed in a recent interview that she continues to communicate with her late husband daily, more than two decades after his passing.
Yasbeck, 64, shared that these daily check-ins help maintain Ritter's memory. She also connects with Ritter's three children from his previous marriage, sharing moments of physical comedy that remind them of his presence.
Ritter, who died in 2003 at age 54, is most missed by Yasbeck as a father. She recalled his deep empathy and frustration with injustice, especially concerning children.
Following Ritter's sudden death from an aortic dissection on September 11, 2003, Yasbeck founded the John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health. The organization aims to raise awareness about this rare and life-threatening condition and prevent similar tragedies.
Yasbeck emphasized that the foundation's legacy is about keeping John Ritter's family alive and honoring his belief in universal connection. She seeks to understand aortic dissection and its genetic components to protect his loved ones.
