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Yasbeck to write book about Ritter

Amy Yasbeck, the widow of John Ritter, is to write a book about her late husband's life.

The actress will write the book for publisher Simon & Schuster. It will be 5 years on Thursday (Sept. 11) since John Ritter died from an undiagnosed aortic dissection, a tear in the internal lining of the heart.

The actress told TV Guide that the foundation she started shortly after Mr. Ritter's death, The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health, is saving lifes.

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