Chita Rivera's contribution in Broadway and theatre is unmatched. Originating the role of Anita in "West Side Story" and Velma Kelly in "Chicago," Rivera's legendary icon status has inspired generations of artists like Rita Moreno and other Latina singers that went on to become successful in the entertainment industry.
Sadly, at 91, Chita Rivera passed away due to a brief illness. Now, let's explore how much she was worth before her death:
Chita Rivera Net Worth 2024 Before Her Death Explored
Formally known as Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero Anderson, Rivera is well-known in the theatre and entertainment industry because of her trailblazing performance as Velma Kelly in "Chicago" and Anita in "West Side Story."
She has since received two Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awards, and a Drama League Award, and was the first Latina and first Latino American to have received a Kennedy Center Honor in 2002, and Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009. She also received a Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2018.
She starred in various Broadway productions like "Guys and Dolls," "Bye Bye Birdie," "Kiss of the Spider Woman," "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," "Shinbone Alley," "Bring Back Birdie," and "Nine" among many other productions.
She also appeared in the 2021 film "Tick, Tick... Boom!," and in numerous television shows throughout the years.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Chita Rivera's 2024 net worth is around $2 million.
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Chita Rivera Cause of Death, Tributes
According to Variety, Chita Rivera's cause of death was due to a brief illness.
Celebrities who were inspired by Chita Rivera's impact in entertainment has posted their tributes and honors for the star.
Rita Moreno and Ariana DeBose, who took after Chita Rivera's Anita in the subsequent film adaptations of "West Side Story" honored the icon.
"Chita Rivera is eternal. I remember seeing her for the first time in Mr. Wonderful and exclaiming, 'Oh my God, who is that?' When I found out that this astonishing creature was one of my people, I crowed with pride," she told People Magazine in a statement, adding that being mistaken for her has been an "honor."
"In truth she made me nervous. To be in her presence was to behold greatness. I always got the sense that she had great expectations, but none greater than the ones she held herself to... I am heartbroken and yet ever inspired as she showed so many of us what was possible. Rest well Queen," Debose said in an Instagram post.
Moreno and DeBose won their respective Academy Award in 1954 and 2021 for their role as Anita in the movie musical adaptations of "West Side Story."
Meanwhile, Debbie Allen played the part in the 1980 Broadway revival which she earned a Tony nomination for while Karen Olivia won a Tony for her performance in the 2009 revival of the same musical.
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