Tony Mordente, 'West Side Story' Actor and TV Director, Dies at 88

Mordente's career spanned Broadway, film, and television, leaving an indelible mark on each.

Tony Mordente passed away on June 11 in Henderson, Nevada, at age 88 after a brief illness.
He gained fame as Action in the 1961 film adaptation of 'West Side Story' and played A-Rab in the original Broadway production.
Mordente transitioned to a prolific TV directing career, working on series like 'Family Ties,' 'M*A*S*H,' and 'Walker, Texas Ranger.'
He was married to Chita Rivera, his 'West Side Story' co-star, from 1957 to 1966, and they had a daughter, Lisa.
Mordente's contributions to choreography and directing have left a lasting legacy in the performing arts.