Mark Margolis, who was perhaps best known for his Emmy nominated role as drug kingpin Hector Salamanca on “Breaking Bad,” had died at the age of 83…
Mark Margolis, a veteran character actor best known for playing drug kingpin Hector Salamanca on both “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul,” has died at the age of 83.
Margolis died on Thursday in New York City with his wife and son by his side. His son Morgan first announced the news about his father’s passing on Friday.
A veteran actor and native of Philadeliphia, who started out in the theater, Margolis carved out a successful career that spanned several decades as he appeared in numerous films and television shows. He made a memorable appearance in the 1983 film “Scarface” opposite Al Pacino and he was a regular in many films directed by Darren Aronofsky including appearances in “Pi,” “Requiem for a Dream,” “The Fountain,” “The Wrestler” “Black Swan” and “Noah.”
In 2009, Margolis began appearing in the AMC series “Breaking Bad” where he portrayed drug kingpin Hector Salamanca, which often times paired him opposite Giancarlo Esposito in the series. Margolis received an Emmy nomination in 2012 for his work on “Breaking Bad.”
He reprised the role as Hector Salamanca for the “Breaking Bad” prequel “Better Call Saul” where he ultimately appeared in 22 episodes over the course of six seasons.
Following news of his death, many of Margolis’ co-stars paid tribute to him on social media including messages from “Breaking Bad” star Bryan Cranston as well as “Better Call Saul” series lead Bob Odenkirk.
A powerful screen presence! Mark made me laugh in the van on the way to set with his jokes and comments and I only hope I have half his energy and focus when “Action” was shouted. Thank you, Mark, and condolences to your family. https://t.co/3jwmjXW75M
— Mr. Bob Odenkirk (@mrbobodenkirk) August 4, 2023
