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Adan Canto, actor known for ‘The Cleaning Lady’ and ‘Designated Survivor,’ dies at 42

(CNN) — Actor Adan Canto, known for his role in “The Cleaning Lady” and “Designated Survivor,” has died. He was 42.

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Alli Rosenbloom
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CNN — (CNN) — Actor Adan Canto, known for his role in “The Cleaning Lady” and “Designated Survivor,” has died. He was 42.

Canto died on Monday of appendiceal cancer, according to his publicist Jennifer Allen, who said in a statement sent to CNN on Tuesday that Canto “had a depth of spirit that few truly knew.”

“Those who glimpsed it were changed forever,” Allen’s statement read. “He will be greatly missed by so many.”

Born in Mexico and raised in Texas, Canto was a skilled actor and musician who was starring in the Fox drama series “The Cleaning Lady,” which was filming its third season at the time of his death. Allen said Canto had not yet begun working on the new season.

Canto was also known for his roles in “Designated Survivor,” “Narcos” and “Blood and Oil,” among other TV series. His movie oeuvre included “X-Men: Days of Future Past” and “Agent Game.”

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