Tragically, John passed away during the show's filming, but his influence clearly lived on in later seasons.It goes without saying that we were all fortunate to have a few final moments of John doing what John did best, and that's just one of the things that made 8 Simple Rules a standout.Or maybe you have an antique table that's crooked and need something about an inch thick to put under one of the legs.is a warm and funny look at life with teenagers, a survival guide written by a man who isn't sure he's actually surviving.She was so happy to see me...running toward me as if I was the light of her world. I remember how my heart warmed to see my beautiful little girl that day and so many day. I did all the things for my daughter and my son that had never been done for me.When the grief overtakes me, I remember moments like those that cannot be taken away from me. I did all the things I thought good moms do--including abstaining from alcohol, my family's curse.In honor of John and his lasting legacy, let's take a look at what the cast of 8 Simple Rules has been doing since the show wrapped 10 years ago.Who could've guessed that the lovably dim-witted Bridget would go on to be one of the biggest TV stars of our generation?

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Or maybe you've got a little girl, and are trying to figure out how to prevent her from becoming a teenager.

(Good luck.) Or maybe you once were a teenage daughter.

A New York Times bestseller, the book has proven popular for parents, teenagers, and former teenagers everywhere.

It was the inspiration for the ABC show 8 Simple Rules, starring the late John Ritter.