Adan Canto, the late actor, was known for his remarkable talent and versatility in the entertainment industry.
He passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at the age of 42, after suffering from appendiceal cancer.
Now, people want to know about his family as well as his most famous roles, which actually aren’t in Designated Survivor or The Cleaning Lady.
The late Adan Canto, who passed away at 42 on Monday, January 8, 2024, after suffering from appendiceal cancer, was married to Stephanie Ann Canto since 2017. They have two children- Roman Alder (3) and Eve Josephine (1). Canto portrayed Aaron Shore in Designated Survivor and Arman Morales in The Cleaning Lady.
Who Did Adan Canto Marry?
Adan Canto, a talented actor whose life was tragically cut short, had a profound love story that paralleled his career in the entertainment industry.
He met his beloved wife, Stephanie Ann Canto while making the 2014 short film “Before Tomorrow,” and their love story eventually led to a beautiful marriage in 2017.
The couple’s journey was one filled with love and creative collaboration. On their first anniversary, Stephanie shared a heartwarming throwback photo from their wedding, capturing a moment where Adan tenderly kissed her forehead.
Their artistic synergy was evident as well.
In 2020, Adan and Stephanie teamed up for the short film “The Shot,” which Adan both wrote and directed. Stephanie also made an appearance in the film, showcasing their creative partnership.
Adan often mentioned that he collaborated with his wife on screenplays, demonstrating their shared passion for storytelling.
Stephanie’s professional journey is equally impressive. Her LinkedIn profile reveals an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, specializing in painting and sculpture.
She has also contributed her expertise as a ceramics instructor at Bitter Root Pottery and volunteered for art therapy with We International Inc.
In addition to her artistic pursuits, Stephanie has dabbled in acting.
She graced the Jean Sebarg music video for “Who Can Sleep.” Her LinkedIn also mentions her role as an instructor at the New York Film Academy.
Tragically, Adan Canto’s life was cut short. Stephanie said on her Instagram about her husband:
“Forever my treasure Adan, see you soon.”
It remains unknown how long Adan battled appendix cancer before his untimely demise.
Adan Canto leaves behind a legacy that extends beyond his professional accomplishments. He was a loving father to two children, Roman Alder and Eve Josephine.
Roman is three years old, while Eve was just one year old when her father passed away. The family was residing in the Hollywood Hills at the time of the tragedy.
What Role Did Adan Canto Play in Designated Survivor and the Cleaning Lady?
The late Adan Canto has multiple acting credits on his IMDb page. Two of the most prominent are his roles in the shows- Designated Survivor and The Cleaning Lady.
In Designated Survivor, Adan Canto played the role of Aaron Shore between 2016 and 2019 for 53 episodes. In his other well-known show, The Cleaning Lady (2022), he portrayed Arman Morales for 22 episodes.
When Canto passed away, the show was making its third season. Reportedly, the late Mexican-born actor wasn’t involved in it.
But the most famous project he participated in was X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014), where he played the role of Sunspot.
Apart from this, he has starred as A.J. Menendez in the TV series Blood & Oil (2015) for nine episodes.
Interestingly, he was a small part of the hit 2015 show Narcos. There, he played Minister Lara for one episode.
Today, Canto isn’t among us, but his memory will undoubtedly continue to live on.
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