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Mark Margolis
American actor (1939–2023) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mark Margolis (/mɑːrˈɡoʊlɪs/, mar-GOH-liss; November 26, 1939 – August 3, 2023) was an American actor, best known for his portrayal of the character Hector Salamanca in Breaking Bad (2009–2011) and Better Call Saul (2016–2022). His performance in Breaking Bad was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2012.
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Mark Margolis | |
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![]() Margolis at the premiere of Noah in 2014 | |
Born | (1939-11-26)November 26, 1939 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | August 3, 2023(2023-08-03) (aged 83) New York City, New York, U.S. |
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Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1960s–2023 |
Spouse |
Jacqueline Petcove (m. 1962) |
Children | 1 |
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Margolis regularly performed in the films of director Darren Aronofsky, appearing in his first six films beginning with Pi (1998). He was also known for playing Alberto "The Shadow" in Scarface (1983), Jimmy in The Equalizer (1985–1989), Mr. Shickadance in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994), Antonio Nappa in Oz (1999–2003), Mr. Morrison in Short Eyes (1977) and the New Priest in Immortals (2011). He started acting in his teens.[1]