Rodrigo Ruiz, actor of Empire of Lies’, is dead after a long struggle against colon cancer, The National Association of Interpreters reported this on September 6, on Instagram.
So far, the exact date of death of the also casting director of melodramas such as “Mujeres asesinas”, “Cradle of Wolves” (2019) and “Caer en temptación”, to name a few, is unknown.
Through a heartfelt message, ANDI said the last goodbye to the acclaimed actor, who also stood out for his work in the theater, sending condolences to his family.
The National Association of Interpreters announces the sensitive death of fellow interpreter Rodrigo Ruíz. Theater and TV actor who also had an important career as head of the cast for major TV productions such as ‘Empire of lies’ and the new version of ‘Cuna de Lobos’. We express our deepest condolences to his family and friends on behalf of the Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee of ANDI,” the announcement reads.
Angelique Boyer and other celebrities fire Rodrigo Ruíz
Through social networks, Angelique Boyer said the last goodbye to the actor, who in the soap opera ‘Imperio de Mentiras’, in which they shared credits, gave life to ‘Alfonso Tejeda’.
“Rest in peace dear Ro,” the actress wrote.
Oka Giner also participated in the farewell messages: “This news hurts a lot. Fly very high my dear, Ro.’ Verónica Jaspeado: “Sad news. Rest in peace?” Cecilia Gabriela: “I’m so sorry Rodrigo! You fought so hard! I hug you and I will pray for you and your family, thankful to you for the important moments we lived together. GOD be with you”? Manuela Ímaz: “What sad news. Fly high, man.’ and Maribel Guardia, who shared a prayer emoji.
Rodrigo Ruíz fought since 2021 against colon cancer
In 2021, the actor shared his colon cancer diagnosis on social media.
“After a week of uncertainty and many studies, one of the worst news of my life arrived, I felt the world coming down on me knowing that the colon cancer that had metastasized was already in my body,” she wrote on Instagram.
Through the publication, the actor asked for support to continue his treatment because amid the pandemic his condition had been affected.
“After a long process of acceptance and personal healing, because the anger, helplessness and vulnerability I feel is always present, I am now the one asking for help and I would like to rely on you as part of this hope to beat cancer and not stop of my treatment due to lack of funds,” he wrote.
Among his latest publications, a photo from his last birthday, on August 14, stands out, along with which he emphasized that he was still fighting for his life.
“Happy birthday to me, two years after the fight for my life, I have nothing left but to thank God, our mother and our child, the God of Prague, who did not let go of his hand. Let’s go for life,” he shared.
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