While America’s Funniest Home Videos has been a television staple for decades, that legacy wouldn’t have been possible without the presence of Bob Saget. Since Saget departed the show, Tom Bergeron and Alfonso Ribeiro have continued Saget’s legacy as a Sunday night staple. Like many fans, co-stars, and loved ones Saget touched during his lifetime, his passing affected Bergeron in a déjà vu way. The former AFHV host recalled how news of Saget’s death reminded him of when his late friend John Ritter died.
After hosting the video clips show for years, Saget and Bergeron developed an unlikely friendship. So, Saget’s passing hit the former Dancing with the Starshost especially hard, similar to Full HouseJohn Stamos shares his experience. But this wasn’t the first time Tom Bergeron had lost a friend. John Ritter, a late television icon who died in 2003, was a similar story. The news came to him through a third party. Of course, the way he found out about both deaths wasn’t lost on the former AFHV host.
She might have said, “Just heard about Bob, so I am so sorry.” It reminded me of years back when I received the news that John Ritter had passed away. A friend also experienced shock. It was that sensation of each nerve suddenly becoming alive. From there, it was just a matter if trying to find more information and replying as best I could friends texting to confirm it was true. I still remain in disbelief the morning after.
Learning about two dear friends’ passing similarly was ironic and sad at the same time. Bergeron, who had worked with both men multiple times, felt the losses. Saget supported the former because they shared the same television program. Masked Singer contestant during his AFHV tenure. Interview with Entertainment Tonight, Tom Bergeron recalled how their friendship got the late comedian to celebrate the show’s anniversary celebration.
Vin Di Bona, the executive producers, asked me to speak to Vin about the 20th anniversary of the video series. We were already close friends by that time, and I must admit, I worked hard for him. I went to one of his Scleroderma Foundation benefits and wooed him a lot… If you see that show, you see me just laughing, just spending the hour just enjoying that lovable lunatic that he was.
How did Tom Bergeron become friends with John Ritter
While Bergeron’s bond with Saget was understandable, his connection with John Ritter might not be as obvious. The former Dancing with the StarsHost and the Three’s CompanyVet had been friends for many years. They even shared the screen together as the former was a panelist for theHollywood SquaresThe revival was hosted by the former.
Ritter was still working on the game show when Ritter fell ill while on set for his sitcom 8 Simple Rules. He died of an undiagnosed cardiac defect. Tom Bergeron was still feeling Ritter’s loss in 2021 as he posted images of him and the Hearts AfireStar during funny moments on Instagram Inquisitor). Much like his relationship with Bob Saget, it appeared Ritter’s comedic timing drew Bergeron in. His post garnered elicited responses from Ritter’s widow Amy Yasbeck and his Three’s Company co-star Suzann Somers. It appeared the former AFHV host wasn’t the only one feeling Ritter’s absence that day.
Alfonso Ribeiro, AFHV’s Alfonso Ribeiro, and Saget shared a special bond long before hosting Gig
You can, of course. AFHVAlfonso Ribeiro is the current host. Ribeiro also felt the passing Bob Saget much in the same way as Bergeron. Tom Bergeron has been supporting Ribeiro. Fresh Prince alum since DWTSHis relationship with Bob Saget is many decades old. His biography is here InstagramTribute to the late Full HouseStar: The host recalled their first meeting during his Fresh Prince days.
Of course, Ribeiro was grateful for Saget’s friendship and support. Alfonso Ribeiro even acknowledged it Fuller House star’s contribution to the beloved clip show. Ribeiro’s sincere moment was the latest AFHV tribute to the comedian. Thank goodness, the Fresh PrinceThe alum and Hollywood SquareThe host will keep Bob Saget’s memories close to their hearts during difficult times.