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Chita Rivera
A true Broadway legend, Chita Rivera is best known for her portrayal of the fiery Anita in the original production of West Side Story. The two-time Tony winner (and nine-time nominee) also originated a host of iconic theater roles, including Rose in Bye Bye Birdie, Velma Kelly in Chicago and Aurora in Kiss of the Spider Woman.
(Chita RiveraPhoto: Emilio Madrid)
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