<Li> Paul Hennessy , portrayed by John Ritter ( 2002 -- 2003 ) , is a former sports writer who worked from home as a Lifestyle columnist described as being `` the master of the double standard '' and a `` Psycho - Dad '' , as well as a perceived hypocrite who often embarrasses his children , even if he wants what is best for them . Nonetheless , he loves his children , and wants them to have happy futures . Paul dies in the second season after collapsing in the store while buying milk . ( Though no real reason is given for why he collapsed , it is believed that it had something to do with his heart , as was the reason for John Ritter 's death . ) </Li>
<Li> Paul Hennessy , portrayed by John Ritter ( 2002 -- 2003 ) , is a former sports writer who worked from home as a Lifestyle columnist described as being `` the master of the double standard '' and a `` Psycho - Dad '' , as well as a perceived hypocrite who often embarrasses his children , even if he wants what is best for them . Nonetheless , he loves his children , and wants them to have happy futures . Paul dies in the second season after collapsing in the store while buying milk . ( Though no real reason is given for why he collapsed , it is believed that it had something to do with his heart , as was the reason for John Ritter 's death . ) </Li>
how did the dad die in eight simple rules
how did the dad die in eight simple rules
no real reason is given for why he collapsed , it is believed that it had something to do with his heart , as was the reason for John Ritter 's death
no real reason is given for why he collapsed , it is believed that it had something to do with his heart , as was the reason for John Ritter 's death