Chita Rivera: Tributes to 'theatrical legend' who has died at 91 - BBC News

The trailblazing "triple threat" is known for her pioneering roles in iconic musicals like West Side Story.

5 hours agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingImage source, Getty ImagesOne of Broadway's most celebrated stars, Chita Rivera, has died at the age of 91.

The Tony Award-winning entertainer is known for her successful theatre career spanning nearly seven decades.

Her most notable roles included Anita in West Side Story, Velma in Chicago and Rose in Bye Bye Birdie.

Rita Moreno, who played Anita in the first film version of West Side Story in 1961, led the tributes, describing her as "the essence of Broadway".

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Rivera originated the role of Anita in West Side Story on stage in 1957"As I write this, I am raising a glass to this remarkable woman and friend," the 92-year-old wrote in a tribute on Instagram.

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