Hollywood actor Adan Canto, known for his roles in "Designated Survivor" and "X-Men," has passed away at the age of 42 following a battle with cancer.

Hollywood actor Adan Canto, known for his roles in “Designated Survivor” and “X-Men,” has passed away at the age of 42 following a battle with cancer.

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Unfortunately, actor Adan Canto, famous for his performances in “Designated Survivor” and “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” passed away on Monday following a struggle with cancer.appendiceal cancer,

Jennifer Allen, his publicist stated on Tuesday to CBS News that he was 42 years old.

“According to Allen, Adan possessed a profound spirit that was only known by a select few. Those who caught a glimpse of it were forever transformed.”

Canto, who was born in Mexico and grew up in Texas, was a multi-talented performer known for his skills as a singer, director, and actor. He first appeared on American TV in 2013 on the popular show “The Following” and later took on various roles in both television and film.

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The performer Adan Canto, famous for playing Vice President-elect Aaron Shore on “Designated Survivor,” has passed away at the age of 42.

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Recently, he appeared in the hit Netflix series “Narcos” and had a leading role in the third season of the Fox show “The Cleaning Lady,” currently in production.

him on Instagram. 

“I am at a loss for words…but my beloved friend Adan has passed away. He will always hold a special place in my heart,” she expressed.

Canto’s wife, Stephanie Ann Canto, and his two young children, Roman Alder and Eve Josephine, are the ones who will continue to live on after him.

According to the National Cancer Institute, appendiceal cancer is a type of cancer that develops from the cells of the appendix. The cancer can spread to other areas of the abdomen if the appendix ruptures.

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Source: cbsnews.com