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Rita Moreno
Rita Moreno is an illustrious figure in the entertainment industry. Born on December 11, 1931, in Humacao, Puerto Rico, as Rosa Dolores Alverío Marcano, she moved to New York City at a tender age of five. Her journey from a young immigrant girl to a global icon is a testament to her resilience and determination. Moreno's early interest in dance led her to take lessons, which eventually paved the way for her Broadway debut at just 13 years old.
Moreno's career spans more than seven decades, encompassing theater, television, film, and music. She is one of the few artists to have won all four major American entertainment awards: an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony, also known as the coveted EGOT. Moreno's breakthrough came with her Oscar-winning performance in the 1961 film West Side Story. Despite facing typecasting and discrimination in Hollywood due to her Puerto Rican heritage, Moreno persevered, breaking barriers for Latino actors.
Off-screen, Moreno has been equally impactful. She has been a vocal advocate for civil rights and has used her platform to address issues such as racial and gender inequality. In 2004, Moreno was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States, in recognition of her contributions to the arts and her service to the community. Rita Moreno's enduring legacy continues to inspire generations of performers and activists alike.
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