Broadway theatres dim lights to honor legendary Chita Rivera
NEW YORK (WABC) -- There was a tribute on Saturday night to one of Broadway's most beloved leading ladies of all time -- Chita Rivera.
Theaters dimmed their lights, including 'The Ambassador,' which is home to 'Chicago' the Musical.
Rivera originated the role of Velma Kelly in the first production of the show. Her Broadway career began in 1950.
Rivera died on January 30 at 91 years old. According to her daughter Lisa Mordente, Rivera died in New York after a brief illness.
"Chita Rivera was Broadway royalty, and we will miss her with all our hearts. For nearly seven decades she enthralled generations of audiences with her spellbinding performances and iconic roles. The triple threat actor, singer, and dancer leaves behind an incredible legacy of work for which she was honored with a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement," said Charlotte St. Martin, President of The Broadway League.
Rivera was nominated for 10 Tony Awards and won two. Additionally, she was the recipient of the 2018 Special Award for Lifetime Achievement.
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