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Chita Rivera
1933 - 2024
Chita Rivera
1933 - 2024
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BORN
1933
DIED
2024
Chita Rivera Obituary
Chita Rivera was a Broadway star who won two Tony Awards and originated such roles as Anita in "West Side Story" and Velma Kelly in "Chicago."
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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
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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.
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December 14, 2024
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December 14, 2024
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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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