"8 Simple Rules" is an American TV sitcom originally titled "8 Simple Rules... for Dating My Teenage Daughter." It stars John Ritter and Katey Sagal as Paul and Cate Hennessy, parents raising three teenage children: Bridget, Kerry, and Rory. The show aired from 2002 to 2005 and centers on Paul's strict rules for his daughters' dating. The main cast includes:
- John Ritter as Paul Hennessy
- Katey Sagal as Cate Hennessy
- Kaley Cuoco as Bridget Hennessy (eldest daughter)
- Amy Davidson as Kerry Hennessy (middle daughter)
- Martin Spanjers as Rory Hennessy (son)
- James Garner (joined after Ritter's death) as Cate’s father Jim Egan
- David Spade (joined later) as C.J. Barnes, Cate’s nephew
The show blends comedy and family drama, notably reacting to Ritter's sudden death by killing off his character and bringing in new family members to continue the story. The series is based on the book "8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter" by W. Bruce Cameron and gained recognition for depicting the challenges of raising teenagers with humor and heart.
