Elizabeth Peña, Actress on the Big and Small Screens, Dies at 55

Peña was born on September 23, 1959 in New Jersey and was raised by her Cuban immigrant parents in Cuba and later New York. She had a memorable role in the 1987 biopic La Bamba about the life and career of Chicano rock-n-roll singer Ritchie Valens 

Friends, family and fans are mourning the loss of 'Modern Family' and 'Rush Hour' actress, Elizabeth Pena who tragically passed away at the age of 55 on Oct. 14. Join us as we take a look back on Elizabeth's life in pictures. Elizabeth Pena tragically

(CNN) – Actress Elizabeth Peña has died of natural causes after a brief illness, her manager told CNN. She was 55. Peña passed away Tuesday, Gina Rugolo said in a statement. Among her many roles, Peña is known for 

Actress Elizabeth Peña has died of natural causes after a brief illness, her manager told CNN. She was 55. Peña passed away Tuesday, Gina Rugolo said in a statement. Among her many roles, Peña is known for appearing 

Friends, family and fans are mourning the loss of 'Modern Family' and 'Rush Hour' actress, Elizabeth Pena who tragically passed away at the age of 55 on Oct. 14. Join us as we take a look back on Elizabeth's life in pictures. Elizabeth Pena tragically