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Naya Rivera (1987 – 2020), actress who starred as Santana Lopez in “Glee”
Bernie Mac Show.” In 2009, Rivera landed the role that would make her famous, playing the mean-girl cheerleader Santana Lopez on “Glee.” She became a series regular in the second season, with solo performances and opportunities for her character to grow, including her coming out story as a lesbian. After “Glee,” Rivera starred in the YouTube Red series “Step Up: High Water.” Rivera had a brief music career that included the 2013 Top 40 track “Sorry,” featuring Big Sean.“I’m so blessed to have been a part of such an amazing show.