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Mark Margolis, Scene-Stealing Actor in ‘Breaking Bad,’ Dies at 83

By, Muhd. Faizan

05/08/2023

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Mark Margolis, the actor who played Hector Salamanca in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," died on Thursday at the age of 83.

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Margolis was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1939.

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He began his acting career in the early 1970s, appearing in films such as "Going in Style" and "Dressed to Kill."

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Margolis's most memorable role was as Hector Salamanca, a wheelchair-bound drug lord who communicated by ringing a bell.

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His performance as Salamanca was so iconic that he was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series.

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Margolis also appeared in films such as "Scarface" and "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective."He was a prolific actor, appearing in over 160 films and television shows.

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Margolis was a beloved figure in the acting community, and his death was met with sadness by his fans and colleagues.

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He is survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter.A memorial service will be held in New York City at a later date.

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