Jossara Jinaro, an ER actress, died on Wednesday, April 27, after a battle with cancer.
Her husband, Matt Bogado, shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook, along with a family photo.
‘I announce the passing of my wife, Jossara Jinaro, on this date, April 27, 2022, with great sorrow,’ he wrote. Her age was 48. ‘Jossara bravely fought cancer and returned home to be surrounded by family,’ he continued in the caption.
Jossara was a wonderful wife, mother, artist, and friend. She had a beautiful, kind soul and would not accept no for an answer.’ ‘Even in her final moments, she was still fighting,’ the widower added. She is now at peace and will be remembered for the rest of her life.’
The actress was born in Brazil and raised in Colombia before moving to the United States with her family. She left home at the age of 16 and began pursuing an acting career in Chicago with the help of an agent.
She was eventually persuaded to relocate to Los Angeles to further her career in the entertainment industry.
The brunette beauty went on to appear in ER, Passions, and Judging Amy, among other shows. In 2006, she was nominated for a GLAAD Award, according to Deadline.