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She is survived by her 4-year-old son, Josey.
We are forever grateful for the indelible contribution she made toGlee, from the first episode to the last.
Our hearts are broken and our thoughts go out to Nayas family, friends and young son.
Across social media, friends and admirers are mourning the loss of Rivera.
Naya wasnt a series regular when we cast her onGlee.
She didnt have more than a few lines in the pilot.
Naya could act, she could dance, and she could sing (could she ever sing!)
She could nail a joke as well as she could crush you with an emotional scene.
She could move between being scary tough and deeply vulnerable with ease.
She was a joy to write for, a joy to direct and a joy to be around.
Naya always made sure that Santanas love for Brittany was expressed with dignity, strength and with pure intentions.
Nayas obligation to them- and to all of her fans- was obvious.
She had the rare combination of humility and endless confidence in her talent.
Naya was a real pro.
She was warm and caring and fiercely protective of the rest of the cast.
She was tough and demanding.
There were ups and downs during the wonderful and stressful years we spent makingGlee.
The kinds of things that happen in a family.
Naya was more than just an actor on our show- she was our friend.
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Rest sweet, Naya.
What a force you were.
Love and peace to your family.
She was a LOT of fun.Naya made me laugh like no one else on that set.
I always said it while we were working together and Ive maintained it ever since.
Her playful, wicked sense of humor never ceased to bring a smile to my face.
These 2, in many ways, were the male and female versions of one another.
I dont have words right now, just lots of feelings.
Rest In Peace Angel, and know that your family will never have to worry about anything.
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RIP Naya Rivera.
Ill forever cherish the opportunity to play your girlfriend on Glee.
Rest Easy Naya RiveraGod cover and hold her loved ones!
Prayers for Naya Rivera’s family.
Man….can we have a “Do Over " of 2020.
The loss is too much pic.twitter.com/63iNdRikv5
This is an absolute nightmare.
My heart goes out to her family and friends.
I hope Im lucky enough to meet you up in heaven.
Rest In Peace Naya Rivera
Now more than ever we must lift her family and friends up especially Josey!
I love you Naya!
I didnt know Naya personally, but I admired her as an artist.
Im so devastated by the news - a true talent lost far too soon.
My deepest condolences and prayers go out to her family.
XoP#RipNayaRivera
Kristin Chenoweth shares emotional tribute to Naya Rivera.
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Thank you for what you gave the world.
I love you.pic.twitter.com/CFNmwgtSva
I had the opportunity to work with the one and only#nayarivera.
Deeply saddened and touched.
yo, let her have peace, Lord.
Beautiful Naya Rivera, Rest In Peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones.
You will be missed & never forgotten.
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Just unbelievable.
Grateful to have known you and worked with you and your talent.
We’re gonna miss you too Naya.
Rest in peace.pic.twitter.com/iWCfhUWtOZ
Naya Rivera was an actual capital T Talent and seemed like a vibrant, fun person.
Dont take people for granted.
Im a mess.pic.twitter.com/RhY9hUb78E
Sick to my stomach.
RIP#nayariverahttps://t.co/OYwWQMgCoh
naya rivera.
you changed so many lives.
My to Joseypic.twitter.com/Lvg5kIbIYM
fuck man.
thank you for helping me find myself and feel less alone when i was young.
you will be missed.
i cant believe this whole situation.
2020 gets worse by the day.
Naya and I were acquaintances at best, but I am heartbroken.
My favorite memory will always be dancing with her at@HeatherMorrisTVs wedding while she was pregnant with Josey.
She was so happy.
I know he was her world.
Absolutely devastating.#NayaRivera
