Suzanne Somers became a household name when she starred as Chrissy Snow in the popular sitcom "Three's Company." Alongside co-stars John Ritter and Joyce DeWitt, Somers entertained audiences for eight successful seasons from 1977 to 1984. Sadly, Somers passed away on October 15 at the age of 76 after battling breast cancer for over 23 years.
The show catapulted Somers into stardom, as she portrayed the blonde and bubbly Chrissy, who shared an apartment in Santa Monica, California, with her roommates Janet Wood (DeWitt) and Jack Tripper (Ritter). The trio navigated comedic situations, with Jack pretending to be gay in order to live with two single women, outwitting their landlord, Mr.
John Ritter's untimely death in 2003 at the age of 54, due to an aortic dissection, was a great loss for the "Three's Company" family. In light of Suzanne Somers' passing, Joyce DeWitt expressed her condolences, stating, "My heart goes out to Suzanne's family. They are a very close and caring family, and I can only imagine how difficult this time is for all of them. I believe Suzanne was welcomed into a loving and wise embrace on the other side, and I hope that brings some solace to her family during this challenging time."
"Three's Company" was known for its farcical situations and was based on the British show "Man About the House." Somers left the series after its fifth season, but her impact on primetime television is undeniable.
To remember Somers and her contribution to the show, here are five memorable episodes from "Three's Company":
1. "Days of Beer and Weeds" (Season 2) - Jack, Chrissy, and Janet accidentally stumble upon what they believe is marijuana and rush to prevent Mrs. Roper from facing a possession charge.
2. "Chrissy's New Boss" (Season 3) - Chrissy feels insecure about her job and dresses provocatively, unaware that her boss is a woman who appreciates her work ethic.
3. "The Love Diary" (Season 3) - Chrissy unwittingly types up an X-rated manuscript and Mr. Roper mistakenly believes it belongs to her, leading to a comedic misunderstanding.
4. "Mighty Mouth" (Season 4) - Jack joins a gym to win over his trainers' sister, leading to chaos and hijinks.
5. "Chrissy's Hospitality" (Season 4) - Chrissy's hospitalization leads to misunderstandings and confusion as Jack and Janet assume the worst.
Suzanne Somers' portrayal of Chrissy Snow will forever be cherished, and her impact on the entertainment industry will not be forgotten.