Chita Rivera, Tony-winning dancer and singer, dies at 91 – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Chita Rivera first gained wide notice in 1957 as Anita in the original production of "West Side Story."
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Chita Rivera first gained wide notice in 1957 as Anita in the original production of "West Side Story."
Chita Rivera's death was announced by her daughter, Lisa Mordente, who said she died in New York after a brief illness.
Chita Rivera, the dynamic dancer, singer and actress who garnered 10 Tony nominations, winning twice, in a long Broadway career that forged a path for Latina artists and shrugged off a near-fatal car accident, died Tuesday
Chita Rivera first gained wide notice in 1957 as Anita in the original production of "West Side Story."
The late, legendary three-time Tony honoree celebrated her 80th birthday in 2013 with a sold-out concert to benefit Broadway Cares.