Cindyana Santangelo, star of ER and CSI Miami, dies at 58 in Malibu after medical emergency

Actress Cindyana Santangelo, once hailed as the 'Latin Marilyn Monroe,' has tragically died at 58.

The actress was discovered unresponsive in her Malibu home on Monday. Despite efforts by first responders who dashed to the scene following a medical emergency call, Santangelo was pronounced dead after being transported to the hospital. Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide investigators are delving into the circumstances surrounding her death.

The statement read: "On Monday, March 24th, at approximately 7:15 PM, Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel responded to a medical emergency call on Westlake Boulevard, in Malibu. Paramedics transported a female adult to an area hospital where she was later pronounced dead. The cause of death is undetermined, and an autopsy is pending. This investigation is ongoing, and there is no additional information available at this time."

While authorities have found no signs of foul play, they await the results of the autopsy before drawing any conclusions. Reports from TMZ suggest that Santangelo had recently undergone cosmetic injections at her residence.

Santangelo's career spanned television and film, with credits including appearances on hit shows like ER, CSI: Miami, The Bo-Bo and Skippy Show, and Married With Children, as well as a role in the movie Hollywood Homicide starring Harrison Ford. She also made a splash in the world of dance music videos, featuring in Young MC's iconic 1989 hit 'Bust A Move.'

As tributes pour in following the news of her passing, social media has been swamped with condolences. A sorrowful X, formerly Twitter, post read: "Sad news in Hollywood: Actress Cindyana Santangelo has passed away at the age of 58. Her contributions to film and television will be deeply missed."

Another heartfelt homage was paid online that read: "Honoring the legacy of Cindyana Santangelo, a remarkable figure who inspired many with her passion and dedication. Join us in remembering her contributions and the impact she made in our community."

On her Instagram, the last grid post showcased a friend's birthday shoutout for Cindyana. Alongside a photo of the two, the caption celebrated: "Happy Birthday to my beautiful Seaster! 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!"

It concluded with affectionate anticipation: "Cheers to another amazing year, my Wifey for Lifey!" Initially flooded with birthday wishes, the post now serves as a space for fans to leave their RIP messages.

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