ER actress Jossara Jinaro has died aged 48 after battling cancer, her family confirmed.
Husband Matt Bogado shared the news with fans on Facebook, writing: "With great sorrow, I announce the passing of my wife, Jossara Jinaro on this date, April 27, 2022."
"Jossara bravely fought cancer and came home to be surrounded by family. Jossara was an amazing wife, mother, artist, and friend. She had the most beautiful, kind soul and wouldn't take no for an answer.'
"Even in her last moments, she was still fighting. She is now resting in peace and will be remembered forever. Myself, Liam, and Emrys will miss her so deeply, although we know she is in our hearts and guiding us every step of the way.
"A public memorial service will be held in the Bay Area. More details will come soon.'
Brazilian-born Jossara was raised in Colombia until migrating to the United States with her family she started to act aged just 16 and starred in ER and Judging Amy. She played Nurse Andrea Clemente in the hit medical drama.
Later in life she began writing and directing before starring in films.
According to Deadline: "Her film resume includes Devil’s Rejects, a Rob Zombie film, Havoc, with Anne Hathaway, TenTricks with Leah Thompson, Fly Boys, with Stephen Baldwin, Oliver Stone’s World Trade Center, with Maggie Gyllenhaal and Michael Pena, and Lionsgate’s hip-hop movie Go For It!
Friends paid tribute on her Facebook page, with one writing: "My beautiful brave cousin. She is an inspiration in resilience , strength, and bravery. Sending you and the boys love and light and remembering my prima with love."
Another added: " Jossara was one of the first people I worked with when I got in the business. She was so wonderful and kind. I am proud to call her my friend. God bless her and your family."
