"The Cleaning Lady" Star Adan Canto Dead at 43

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Adan Canto Dies: "The Cleaning Lady" & "Designated Survivor" Star was 42
by Nellie Andreeva
Jan. 9, 2024


Adan Canto, the Mexican-American actor who parlayed his music career in Mexico into becoming a Hollywood leading man, died Jan. 8 after a private battle with appendiceal cancer. He was 42.

Canto most recently starred in Fox’s drama series "The Cleaning Lady", playing the male lead for the first two seasons. While his health did not allow him to film when production on the upcoming Season 3 started in December, following the end of the strikes, Canto was planning to rejoin the cast later in the season.

The series will pay tribute to its star with a card in the Season 3 premiere.



“Adan had a depth of spirit that few truly knew. Those who glimpsed it were changed forever,” Canto’s reps at UTA, Entertainment360 and Viewpoint said. “He will be greatly missed by so many.”

Canto leaves behind his wife, best friend and creative partner Stephanie Ann Canto, and their two young children, Roman Alder, 3½ years of age, and Eve Josephine, 1½.

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"The Cleaning Lady" Co-Stars Mourn Adan Canto
by Armando Tinoco
January 9, 2024


Sean Lew, who plays Chris on "The Cleaning Lady", shared some thoughts on Instagram Stories.

“I’m kinda at a loss for words. A loss for thoughts. A loss for what to think. Just really lost. Adan, you were one of the coolest people I’ve ever worked with. I was honored to be your castmate.

I was never in any of your scenes but I would always catch you during lunch and share a laugh with you every single time. We continue the show in honor of you and everything you’ve given us. Not a single day will go by without acknowledging what you’ve given this world. Thank you for everything and I will truly miss you.”




Shiva Negar also took to Instagram Stories to react to the news of Canto’s death.

“I can’t, I just can’t,” Negar wrote alongside a crying face and three broken-hearted emojis.




Warner Bros. Television and Fox Entertainment, who produce "The Cleaning Lady", released a joint statement mourning Canto.

“We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Adan Canto. A wonderful actor and dear friend, we were honored to have him as part of the Warner Bros. Television and FOX Entertainment families since his U.S. debut in The Following more than a decade ago,” read the statement.

“Most recently, he lit up the screen in The Cleaning Lady with a powerful performance that showcased his artistry, range, depth and vulnerability. This is an unfathomable loss, and we grieve alongside his wife Stephanie, their children and loved ones. We will miss Adan dearly.”




Fox TV, which airs "The Cleaning Lady", took to X to pay tribute to Canto.

“He’ll always be our Arman. Adan Canto, your memory will be cherished forever. We grieve alongside Adan’s family, friends, and fans,” read the statement.

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"The Cleaning Lady" Co-Stars Remember "Amazing" Adan Canto
by Rebecca Iannucci
Jan. 10, 2024


Tributes to the late Adan Canto have continued to pour in after his death earlier this week.

“This is how we met on our pilot, laughing… and we never stopped,” wrote series star Elodie Yung, alongside a photo of her and Canto on the show’s set. “This is how I will always remember you Adan. All my love goes to you and to your beautiful family. Rest in peace my friend.”




Oliver Hudson, who co-starred as FBI Agent Garrett Miller until his character’s demise in Season 2, penned the following Instagram tribute:

“I only knew Adan for 2 years but it was enough to know what an amazing friend, father and man he was. Wow did he loved [sic] his family. We would spend so much time talking about our kids and what kind of people they might become.

Getting out of LA to live a simpler existence where nature and vast landscapes set the tone for the day. He would invite me many times to ride motorcycles through the New Mexico mountains but I never did… I regret that. I can now imagine what those rides meant to him. I’m truly devastated. Love you my man.”




“No words can express. @adancanto so much love for you and your family,” added Martha Millan, who plays Thony’s sister-in-law, Fiona, on the series.

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The Cleaning Lady Season 3's Adan Canto Tribute & How The Show Changed Explained

"The Cleaning Lady" opened Season 3 with a tribute to the late actor, and the hit Fox show's EP promises the series will continue to honor his memory.