Rita Moreno reflects on her career

Actress and singer Rita Moreno fought typecasting and industry pressure to go on to be the first Latino to win an Oscar, Tony, Emmy and a Grammy. This is her Brief But Spectacular take on a lifetime in show business.

(This episode was first published in 2015)

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[carolynbartels]

I love her! I was her concierge for a few days during her visit to Denver. She was so open and friendly. What a treasure!! ❤

[catephillips]

That Muppets thing with Animal is one of my favorite memories of laughing out loud with both my mother and grandmother. Thank you so much Rita Moreno. :)

[MamaJLW]

When I was a kid I wanted to be her. She’s such a beautiful, talented woman.

[BestFitSquareChannel]

🫣My crush🤭🤗😘 Best wishes 🤸🏾‍♂️🫶🏻🌞 (since 1961, 12yrs old!)

[themeat]

But she had a job where she made a ton of money and gained fame. Poor her. So, she's a victim? Get real old woman.