Mark Margolis death: What happened to Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul actor?

Mark Margolis's death was confirmed by his family and ever since then, fans have been remembering the unforgettable role the actor played in the much-loved Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul.

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Known for immortalizing the role of Hector Salamanca, the disabled don in the award-winning series Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, Mark Margolis died at the age of 83. Veteran actor Mark Margolis's death was confirmed by his family and ever since then, fans have been remembering the unforgettable role the actor played in the much-loved Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. For the refresher, Mark Margolis played the character of Hector Salamanca who was a drug cartel member infamous for using a wheelchair after a stroke. Mark Margolis's death took place in a New York hospital on Thursday, however, his family went on record on Friday. Now, the question arises what happened to Mark Margolis or what is Mark Margolis's death reason? Below is everything we know about the death of Breaking Bad actor-

Mark Margolis's death reason

As per the official statement issued by his family, Mark Margolis died after a short illness. The 83-year-old actor is survived by his 61-year-old wife Jacqueline, his only son, and his three grandchildren. Notably, reports suggest that Mark Margolis breathed his last with his wife and son at his bedside in the New York Hospital. As soon as Mark Margolis's death report was confirmed, Breaking Bad took to its official X handle and paid a homage to the late veteran actor. Breaking Bad wrote-

"We join millions of fans in mourning the passing of the immensely talented Mark Margolis, who - with his eyes, a bell, and very few words - turned Hector Salamanca into one of the most unforgettable characters in the history of television. He will be missed."

Talking more about Mark's character in Breaking Bad, he played the patriarch of the drug-smuggling Salamanca family, who suffers a stroke after being poisoned by a rival. What rose everyone's interest in his character is his unique way to communicate with people. For those who have forgotten, in the series, he was only able to communicate by tapping a bell with his finger. Mark Margolis was born in Philadelphia in 1939 and he moved to New York to pursue acting. Notably, Mark had a successful career as a character actor, with supporting roles in films such as "Scarface," "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective" and "Black Swan," as well as HBO series "Oz.".

Here's what netizens said on Mark-

A user wrote, "I am deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and dynamic human Mark Margolis. You made me laugh, made me cry doubled over with laughter, but more than anything you made me think. Always honest, always true. I will miss you. I am grateful to have had time with you."

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Another user wrote, "Mark Margolis as Hector Salamanca 1st appearance on Better Call Saul."

"Mark Margolis last scene in Breaking Bad couldn’t be more iconic. That last look he gave to Gus," remembered another user.

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