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Actress Cindyana Santangelo Dies After Botched Silicone Injection
2/9/2026
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Story summary
- Cindyana Santangelo, a 58-year-old actress, died on March 24, 2025, from an embolism after a silicone injection by unlicensed practitioner Libby Adame.
- Santangelo pursued the procedure to enhance her appearance despite warnings.
- Libby Adame was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
- She previously had a manslaughter conviction for a similar incident.
- Libby Adame received a 14-year to life sentence.
