In the television shows "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," Mark Margolis played the bell-ringing, menacing Hector Salamanca. He passed away on Thursday at Mount. New York City's Sinai Medical Center. He was 83.
The news was revealed by his son Morgan Margolis.
Margolis made an enduring impression on the Vince Gilligan television universe with little to no dialogue as the former drug lord who continues to watch over the Albuquerque meth trade from his nursing home. He was nominated for an Emmy in 2012 for his role in "Breaking Bad.". ”.
For five seasons he played Hector "To" Salamanca in the Bob Odenkirk-hosted prequel series "Better Call Saul," giving the character a deep backstory.
Margolis, who was born in Philadelphia in 1939, relocated to New York at a young age to pursue acting. He obtained roles in Broadway productions like "Infidel Caesar" thanks to his early interest in theater. He later made appearances in more than 50 Off-Broadway plays, such as "Uncle Sam" and "The Golem.". ”.
Margolis played the antagonist and bodyguard Alberto, also known as The Shadow, in Brian De Palma's mob classic "Scarface," which was his breakthrough performance. Darren Aronofsky's longtime collaborator Margolis also starred in "Pi," "Noah," "Black Swan," and "The Wrestler.". His filmography spans five decades and includes more than 70 credits.
In addition to "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," Margolis had guest appearances on "Californication," "Gotham," "Crossing Jordan," and "The Affair," as well as recurring parts in shows like "The Equalizer," "Oz," "Kings," and "American Horror Story: Asylum.". ”.
He was unique, according to Robert Kolker, the manager of Margolis. His likes won't be around again. He was a beloved customer as well as a devoted friend.
That I knew him was a blessing.
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"Better Call Saul" creator and executive producer Peter Gould paid tribute to Margolis on Twitter, writing, "Absolutely devastated to hear that we've lost Mark Margolis. Mark was a raconteur with a million tales who was brilliant, funny, and raconteur. Already, I miss him. ”.
The writer and producer of "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," Thomas Schnauz, tweeted, "Incredibly sad news. When we were on set together, Mark always made me laugh. In my very first [episode] of "Breaking Bad," I was fortunate to have his character To walk, talk, and teach his nephews a lesson. My condolences to his family and countless friends. ”.
