‘Married with Children’ actress dead at 58
Cindyana Santangelo, known for roles in “Married with Children” and CSI:Miami, has died at the age of 58.
According to TMZ, emergency personnel was called to the actress’ home in Malibu. She was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
TMZ, citing sources, reports Santangelo got cosmetic shots in the day before her death.
A cause of death will be determined after the autopsy results, but there were no signs of foul play.
Santangelo posted to Instagram just last week to celebrate her sister’s birthday.
“Happy Birthday to my beautiful Seaster!” she posted. “My friendship with you is a gift, but today is extra special because it’s all about YOU! Your kindness, love, and laughter make life so much better. I’m beyond grateful to have you by my side, and I can’t wait to celebrate many more years together! Cheers to another amazing year, my Wifey for Lifey!”
Santangelo was best known for her recurring role as Sierra Madre, a dancer at the Jiggly Room on “Married with Children,” but she also appeared on “CSI: Miami,” “E.R.,” and more.
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