Mark Margolis, Known for ‘Breaking Bad,’ Passes Away at the Age of 83

Mark Margolis, the legendary actor known for his roles in “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul,” passed away on Thursday at the age of 83, according to his son.

Morgan Margolis, the CEO of Knitting Factory Entertainment and Mark’s son, confirmed the news in an interview with the Hollywood Reporter. He revealed that Mark passed away at a hospital in New York City after a brief illness. No further details were provided.

Robert Kolker, Mark’s manager, expressed his grief in a statement, saying, “He was a unique individual, and we will never see anyone quite like him again. He was not only a cherished client but also a lifelong friend. I feel fortunate to have known him,” as reported by Variety.

Throughout his illustrious career, spanning several decades, Mark Margolis showcased his talent in various films including the iconic “Scarface,” as well as “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,” “Oz,” and “American Horror Story: Asylum.” However, it was his Emmy-nominated performance as cartel don Hector “Tio” Salamanca in “Breaking Bad” and its spinoff series “Better Call Saul” that solidified his place in television history.

Thomas Schnauz, a producer of “Breaking Bad,” expressed his sorrow on Twitter, saying, “Incredibly sad news. Mark made me laugh every time we were together on set. I was lucky to have his character Tio walk and talk and teach his nephews a lesson in my very first episode of Breaking Bad. My love to his family and many, many friends.”

Mark Margolis was born in Philadelphia and briefly attended Temple University before pursuing his passion for acting in New York City. He studied under the guidance of Stella Adler at The Actors Studio. According to CNN reported, he married Jacqueline Margolis in 1962, and they had a son and several grandchildren.