12 of Rita Moreno’s Career Highlights in Movies and More (Photos)

From the first “West Side Story” to “One Day at a Time,” the actress has made many memorable appearances, and she turns 90 on Saturday

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In light of her return to the beloved musical that kicked off her career, “West Side Story,” TheWrap looks back at the EGOT-winning star Rita Moreno. The actress and singer also turned 90 Dec. 11, 2021!

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“Singing in the Rain” (1952) 

Moreno made a splash in “Singin’ in the Rain” as celebrity Zelda Zanders. You can watch her appearance in the opening scene here.

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“The King and I” (1956)

Moreno played Tuptim, a young Burmese woman and recent concubine of the king, who had some spotlight singing moments.

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