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Actor Danny Masterson Moved to Medium-Security Prison
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Actor Danny Masterson Moved to Medium-Security Prison

Former "That '70s Show" star Danny Masterson, 47, has been relocated from Corcoran State Prison to California’s Men’s Colony in San Luis Obispo. Concerns for his well-being prompted the move from the facility once home to Charles Manson. Masterson, convicted of raping two women, received a 30-year to life sentence last year. He was denied bail pending appeal in January, he faces parole eligibility in 2042. Masterson's former co-stars, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, faced criticism for supporting him, leading to a public apology. Following his sentencing, Masterson's wife, Bijou Phillips, filed for divorce after 12 years of marriage.
Broadway Icon Chita Rivera Passes Away at 91
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Broadway Icon Chita Rivera Passes Away at 91

Chita Rivera, the legendary Broadway performer celebrated as the "first great triple threat," has died at the age of 91, as confirmed by her daughter, Lisa Mordente. Over her illustrious career spanning six decades, Rivera graced the Broadway stage in more than 20 musicals, earning three Tony Awards for her outstanding contributions to the theater world. Her iconic roles include Anita in West Side Story, Rose in Bye Bye Birdie, Velma Kelly in Chicago, and Aurora in Kiss of the Spiderwoman. Described by Laurence Maslon, co-producer of the PBS series Broadway: The American Musical, as embodying everything Broadway stood for, Rivera was known for her spontaneity, compelling performances, and immense talent. Despite not starting as a Broadway enthusiast, having initially pursued ballet, she...
Actor Adan Canto, of ‘X-Men’ and ‘Designated Survivor,’ Dies at 42
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Actor Adan Canto, of ‘X-Men’ and ‘Designated Survivor,’ Dies at 42

Adan Canto, the versatile Mexican singer and actor known for his roles in "X-Men: Days of Future Past," "Agent Game," and TV series like "Designated Survivor" and "The Cleaning Lady," has passed away at the age of 42. His publicist, Jennifer Allen, revealed that Canto had been privately battling appendiceal cancer. Canto, born in Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila, Mexico, and raised in Texas, began his career as a singer-songwriter in Mexico City at the age of 16. He later transitioned to acting, making his TV debut in the 2009 Mexican series "Estado de Gracia" and his American debut in Kevin Williamson’s 2013 Fox drama series, "The Following." His notable roles included Vice President-elect Aaron Shore on "Designated Survivor," Colombian politician Rodrigo Lara Bonilla on "Narcos," and the mut...