Breaking Bad actor Mark Margolis dies

Aug 04, 2023 at 8:37 PM
Breaking Bad actor Mark Margolis dies

Breaking Bad actor Mark Margolis has died on the age of 83, his household has introduced.

The performer “passed away following a short illness” at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City on Thursday, family mentioned in an announcement.

His son Morgan and spouse Jacqueline had been at his bedside when he died.

Margolis appeared in additional than 100 TV programmes and movies, together with Scarface and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective.

But he was maybe finest recognized for his portrayal of Hector Salamanca in Breaking Bad, by which he performed a wheelchair-using crime boss who was unable to talk and communicated utilizing solely a lodge reception-style bell.

Aaron Paul and Mark Margolis in 2012. Pic: AP
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Breaking Bad star Aaron Paul alongside Margolis at an Emmy awards afterparty in 2012. Pic: AP

Margolis, who was nominated for a finest visitor actor Emmy in 2012 his efficiency within the collection, later reprised the function in Breaking Bad prequel Better Call Saul.

He additionally acquired acclaim for taking part in a Sicilian mob boss contaminated with HIV in jail drama Oz.

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Margolis’s agent Robert Atterman mentioned: “Over the years, Mark has not solely dazzled audiences together with his distinctive performances, he was additionally an extremely variety man was an incredible sense of humour who beloved his household.

“His dedication to his craft is evident in the numerous memorable roles he brought to life, captivating audiences with his remarkable range and skill. Beyond Mark’s on-screen achievements, his genuine and approachable demeanor has made him a pleasure to work with.”

He added: “As both an actor and a person, Mark’s enduring excellence and amiable nature have left an indelible impression on those fortunate enough to collaborate with him and know him. He will certainly be missed.”

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Breaking Bad co-star Dean Norris, who performed Hank Schrader, wrote on X (previously often known as Twitter): “So sad to hear Mark Margolis has died. A phenomenal actor. A funny guy. RIP.

“My ideas are together with his household.”

A statement posted on Breaking Bad’s official social media accounts said: “We be a part of hundreds of thousands of followers in mourning the passing of the immensely proficient Mark Margolis, who – together with his eyes, a bell, and only a few phrases – turned Hector Salamanca into one of the crucial unforgettable characters within the historical past of tv.”