Chita Rivera obituary, 1933-2024

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Chita Rivera

1933 - 2024

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Erica Ruiz Jorge

February 3, 2025

So deeply saddened to hear of her passing. She was an inspiration for me and my family growing up. Sending my sincere condolences and prayers to her family and friends. May God comfort and give peace to her family and friends during this difficult time. She will be greatly missed.

Tony Spirito

December 25, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Entrepreneur The Broadway Legend CHITA RIVERA an originated classic roles in West Side Story, Chicago and Kiss of the Spider Woman and won two To y Awards. “Very simply, there was then— and is now—nobody who can dance, sing and act like Chita Rivera,” said director-producer Hal Prince, honoring her at the Kennedy center in 2002. We all know that she’s in a good place now Dancing for God and the Angels.

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

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Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

Jennifer

December 14, 2024

CHICAGO

Jennifer

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William gallucci

February 12, 2024

Rip Miss Rivera u were a blauvelt neighbor and will be missed

Jody Shawn Brachman

February 6, 2024

I'm good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc rip. I loved her movies etc. she seemed like a nice person. .I will.miss her so. No rush take care bye

A.W

February 5, 2024

Chita was amazingly talented. So sorry to hear of her passing. May happy memories bring peace and comfort to her family and friends.

faithtobin/brad j herscot

February 1, 2024

Dear Rivera Family Brad and I send our condolences's to the family.she'll surely be missed and may she rest in peace.best faith/Brad

Robyn

February 1, 2024

So beautiful, talented, an amazing performer and actress. One of a kind. She never disappointed. She most assuredly left her mark in stage and entertainment. Deepest condolences to the Rivera family and friends. You are not alone in your grief. Prayers for you all. May God help you as you endure this time of your loss.

Sue Willard

January 31, 2024

Now that Woman could Dance like No Other !! Was Mesmerized just
Watching her RIP , with the Angels .
Sue Willard
Gr. Mich.

Diane

January 31, 2024

I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family of Chita Rivera. She was a beam of light during her professional carreer as a actress, singer and dancer. No doubt she will be missed by all who knew her and loved her. The heart is never ready, the time is never right to say goodbye. May you find comfort knowing that God understands your grief and your pain.

May you aways keep treasured memories of Ms. Rivera in your heart. And may you also find comfort in knowing that those who have passed on in death God keeps in his memory because they are all precious in his eyes. (Psalm 116:15)

Sincerely,

Janelle Almendis

January 31, 2024

May the God of all comfort be with all of you. Accept my condolences.

RB

January 31, 2024

Amazing actress, talented, an incredible performer and entertainer. A true legend and icon. To say she will be missed is an understatement. Sincerest condolences to the Rivera family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all as you go through this very difficult time of your loss.

Donna James

January 31, 2024

Thanks for the memories that made Broadway a play to be. I will remember your talents and generosity in the world of Dance, and your joy that brought us!! Rest in Peace, Chita!!

DR

January 31, 2024

My deepest sympathy is with Chita´s family and friends during this time of grief and sorrow. May the fond memories of your loved one never be forgotten.

Lisa Weiner

January 31, 2024

To Chita Rivera
You were a very talented actress. My prayers go to your family and friends. Lisa weiner

Jules M. Fulton

January 31, 2024

To The Family of Chita Rivera:
May God help and comfort you all during this difficult time.
She was an amazing dancer, singer and actress.
Chita made West Side Story a hit.
Her talent to entertain will surely be missed by the world.
Reliving times spent together will keep her love and sweet spirit alive.
Now resting in God's loving be arms in the peace she so deserves.
God Bless

Jenel Harriott

January 30, 2024

Chita it was my pleasure caring for you! I'm going to miss that beautiful smile and warm welcome as I entered your room. My prayers are with you and your family.

Teresa Gates

January 30, 2024

Chita Rivera, was a wonderful dancer/entertainer. She been on Broadway, as back as I can remember. She's had a good run & will be deeply missed. Now the curtain has come down, and she will dance her way into & thru Heavens gates. May God bless & keep her.
My condolences to her family & friends, as well as colleagues.

Teresa Gates

January 30, 2024

I remember Chita Rivera, as a great dancer/ entertainer. She's had a good run both in life & broadway. So now as the curtain closes, she will be dancing her way into Heaven. God bless her.
RIP

Lisa weiner

January 30, 2024

To Chita Rivera.
You were a very talented actress. My prayers go to your family and friends . Lisa weiner

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January 30, 2024

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