Mark Margolis, renowned actor known for his work in "Scarface" and "Breaking Bad." has passed away at age 83.
According to his family, Margolis died on Thursday in New York City. His son, Morgan Margolis, who serves as CEO of Knitting Factory Entertainment, confirmed the news of his father's passing.
Margolis passed away at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City, his longtime home, following a brief illness. He was surrounded by his wife, Jacqueline, and son Morgan during his final moments. In a statement released by his publicist, Henry Eshelman, Margolis was remembered as a beloved figure who will be deeply missed.
Born in Philadelphia in 1939, Margolis began his career in acting after attending Temple University. He later studied under Stella Adler at the Actors' Studio, as well as Lee Strasberg and Barbara Loden in New York City.
Over the course of his career, Margolis played many iconic roles, including Hector Salamanca in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," and Alberto "The Shadow" in the classic film "Scarface."
Margolis is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jacqueline Margolis, his son Morgan Margolis and his family, as well as his brother and his wife, Jerome and Ann Margolis.
The family will be holding a private memorial and funeral to honor his memory.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones as well as all his colleagues.