moreno, rita

"The life of Puerto Rican actress, dancer, and singer Rita Moreno, from her girlhood journey to the United States to her rise as a timeless superstar"--Provided by publisher.

Presents biographies of three Latin Americans who have had an impact on world culture, including actress Rita Moreno, artist Fernando Botero, and ballerina Evelyn Cisneros.

Rita Moreno describes her journey from impoverished Puerto Rican girl to Hollywood legend--and one of the few performers, and the only Hispanic, to win an Oscar, Grammy, Tony and two Emmys.

Examines the life and career of the Puerto Rican singer and actress and discusses her accomplishments in theater, television, and film.