Chita Rivera

Born:January 23, 1933

Place of Birth:Washington, D.C., USA

Died:January 30, 2024

Known For:Acting

Biography

Chita Rivera (January 23, 1933 - January 30, 2024) was an American actress, dancer, and singer best known for creating roles in musical theatre hits such as Anita in "West Side Story," Rosie in "Bye Bye Birdie," Velma in "Chicago" and Aurora in "Kiss of the Spider Woman." She received 2 Tony Awards (from a record 10 nominations), a Kennedy Center Honor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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Chita Rivera

Filmography

Acting

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Chicago

Nickie

2002

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"Sunday" Legend #13

2021

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Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

Our Guests at Heartland

1978