Cindyana Santangelo, 'Married... with Children' actress and model, dies at 58 after medical emergency

MALIBU, CALIFORNIA: Cindyana Santangelo, the beloved model and actress known for her role in 'Married with Children', died on Tuesday, March 24, at the age of 58. 

In 'Married… with Children', the actress portrayed one of the dancers at a strip club called 'The Jiggly Room', a frequent hangout for Ed O’Neill’s character, Al Bundy, and his friends. 

What did LASD report about Cindyana Santangelo's death?

According to a statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide investigators, "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." 

The statement continued, "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." 

The police also reported, "This investigation is ongoing, and there is no additional information available at this time."

While the cause of death remains under investigation, the LASD Homicide Division is examining the case after learning that the actress had recently received "cosmetic shots" at her home. No foul play is suspected, and authorities are awaiting the autopsy results.

Cindyana Santangelo's friend Cynthia Banuelos pens emotional tribute to actress

A soulful sister and friend of Cindyana Santangelo, Cynthia Banuelos, shared a heartfelt and emotional tribute to Santangelo following the actress's death.

Banuelos began her post with, "My heart aches as I write this. I’m still in shock and disbelief. How can you be gone???"

She went on to describe their bond, saying, "I will feel your presence in every crashing wave, every salty breeze, and every shimmering reflection of the sun on the ocean’s surface. You were my best friend, my wifey, my kindred spirit. The most gorgeous mermaid in human form. Forever drawn to the sea."

She continued, offering a glimpse of their deep connection: "Malibu was your paradise, where your soul danced with the tides and your laughter blended with the sound of the waves. You had a heart as vast as the ocean, a spirit as free as the wind, and a love that ran deeper than the blue depths you adored. Frank and the Boys (Dante & Lucci), were your reason for living."

Banuelos added, "Though you are no longer here in the way I wish you could be, I know you’re swimming in eternal waters, watching over us with that radiant smile. Every seashell I find, every wave that kisses the shore, will be a reminder that your love is still all around me."

She ended the post with, "Swim free, my beautiful mermaid. Until we meet again. I love you my Wifey for Lifey . My Beautiful Soul Seaster 💖🩷💖."

Internet pours tributes after Cindyana Santangelo's death

After news of actress and model Cindyana Santangelo's death spread, many internet users quickly expressed their condolences online.

One user wrote, "May God grant her eternal rest."

A fan remembered, "Maybe she was a dancer at the Nudie Bar, where Al Bundy went to get turned on then ran home to Peg. Anyway RIP." 

Another Facebook user wrote, "Sad, My Condolences."

Another user shared, "So sorry for her loss." 

Other fans and commenters gathered on the actress's most recent Instagram post, stating, "Deepest Condolences 💐 Rest In Paradise 🙌🙏🏽🙌🙏🏽⭐️⭐️🌹🌹💐💐🩷💞🩷💞🙏🏽Beautiful 💐."

A comment quipped, "My condolences to the family and close friends. RIP 🙏."

Another fan said, "Rest in peace. 🪦 too young. 🙏🏼"

Who was Cindyana Santangelo?

Cindyana Santangelo appeared in the memorable 1996 episode 'The Agony and The Extra C.'

In addition to her television work, Cindyana gained recognition for her role in the film 'Hollywood Homicide', which starred Harrison Ford and Josh Hartnett.

She earned the nickname 'the Latin Marilyn Monroe', a moniker coined by Perry Farrell of Jane's Addiction during an interview with Spin Magazine.

Cindyana’s career also included appearances in several iconic music videos, including Young MC’s 1989 hit 'Bust A Move'.

In 1990, her voice was featured at the beginning of Jane's Addiction's song 'Stop', as per Daily Mail.

Her film career took off in 1990 when she made her feature film debut in 'The Adventures of Ford Fairlane', where she played Lydia, a corpse. Additionally, Cindyana made appearances on popular TV shows like 'CSI: Miami, ER', and 'The Bo-Bo & Skippy Show'.

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