Adan Canto, an actor recognized for his roles in The Cleaning Lady and Designated Survivor, died Monday following a personal battle with appendiceal cancer. He was 42.
“Adan had a depth of spirit that few truly knew. Those who glimpsed it were changed forever,” his publicist Jennifer Allen mentioned in a press release Tuesday. “He will be greatly missed by so many.”
Canto performed Arman Morales within the first two seasons of The Cleaning Lady. The present is at the moment taking pictures a 3rd season, however he had not been written into any episodes as a result of his well being.
He additionally performed White House chief of staff-turned-Vice President Aaron Shore in Designated Survivor starring Kiefer Sutherland, and real-life politician Rodrigo Lara Bonia in Season One of Narcos.
In addition, he appeared within the movies X-Men: Days Of Future Past as Sunspot, Bruised with Halle Berry, and Agent Game with Dermot Mulroney and Mel Gibson. He additionally directed the quick movies Before Tomorrow and The Shot.
Born in Mexico however raised in Texas, he starred in a lot of Mexican TV exhibits and films earlier than making his stateside debut in Season One of The Following starring Kevin Bacon.
Canto is survived by his spouse and artistic accomplice Stephanie Ann Canto and their two kids, Roman Alder and Eve Josephine.
“We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Adan Canto,” (*42*) Bros Television and Fox Entertainment mentioned in a press release to The Hollywood Reporter.
“A wonderful actor and dear friend, we were honored to have him as part of the Warner Bros. Television and Fox Entertainment families. … Most recently, he lit up the screen in The Cleaning Lady with a powerful performance that showcased his artistry, range, depth and vulnerability. This is an unfathomable loss, and we grieve alongside his wife Stephanie, their children and loved ones. We will miss Adan dearly.” – New York Daily News/Tribune News Service
