X-Men and Designated Survivor actor Adan Canto dies of cancer at 42
Adan Canto (Getty Images)
Mexican actor Adan Canto, known for his role as mutant Sunspot in X-Men: Days of Future Past, has passed away at 42 due to appendiceal cancer, according to BBC.
Adan played the national security adviser in Designated Survivor, and his co-star Kiefer Sutherland paid tribute to him, describing him as a "wonderful spirit." In the X-Men film, Adan portrayed mutant Sunspot, and Halle Berry, his co-star, later cast him in her movie Bruised.
Adan Canto (Getty Images)
Adan's wife, Stephanie Ann, posted a heartfelt message and a photo of the couple, expressing that Adan will always be her treasure.
Kiefer Sutherland shared his sadness, praising Adan's dedication to acting and expressing sympathy for his wife and children. Adan's character in Designated Survivor, Aaron Shore, earned him recognition, and the show received praise.
Other co-stars like Maggie Q and Italia Ricci shared their grief, describing Adan as a kind and strong person. Adan continued his career with roles in The Cleaning Lady and Agent Game, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Fox and Warner Bros Television expressed their sorrow, highlighting Adan's artistry, range, and vulnerability. Adan's breakthrough came in the Fox thriller The Following, and he appeared in other shows like Mixology and Narcos. His contributions to film and television will be cherished, and he will be deeply missed.
Other well-known people who died recently
Today it became known that Amalija Knavs, mother of the former U.S. First Lady, passed away at the age of 78.
We also reported "Friends" star Matthew Perry passed away at 54 and renowned TV producer Norman Lear, known for sitcoms such as “All in the Family” and “The Jeffersons,” passed away at 101 in his Los Angeles home on December 5.
