- Margolis appeared in more than 50 Off-Broadway plays and marked his breakout film performance in ‘Scarface’ as villainous bodyguard Alberto, aka the Shadow
- Margolis was Emmy-nominated for ‘Breaking Bad’ in 2012
Mark Margolis, the Hollywood actor popular for his role in ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul’ has passed on at the age of 83.
Mark died at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City on Thursday, August 3, after a short illness, as his son Morgan Margolis announced.
Mark’s wife and son were at his bedside when he died.
The actor earned an Emmy nomination for his role in ‘Breaking Bad’ where he played Hector Salamanca, a silent and wheelchair-bound drug lord who could only use a bell to communicate.
His career spanned several decades, with roles in ‘Scarface,’ ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ and ‘Black Swan.’
Mark is survived by his wife, Jacqueline, who he was married to for 61 years, his son Morgan, Morgan’s wife Heide and his three grandsons.
Margolis’ manager Robert Kolker said in a statement,: ‘He was one of a kind. We won’t see his likes again. He was a treasured client and a lifelong friend. I was lucky to know him.’
Margolis appeared in more than 50 Off-Broadway plays and marked his breakout film performance in ‘Scarface’ as villainous bodyguard Alberto, aka the Shadow.