Mark Margolis, who portrayed Hector “Tio” Salamanca in both Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, died at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City following a short illness. Margolis was 83.

"He was one of a kind. We won’t see his likes again," said Robert Margolis, the actor’s manager, in a statement. "He was a treasured client and a lifelong friend. I was lucky to know him."

Born in Philadelphia on November 26, 1939, Mark Margolis honed his skills as an actor as a student, at age 19, under Stella Adler at the Actors Studio.

In a career spanning decades, Margolis appeared in over 60 films incouding Scarface, The Thomas Crown Affair, and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. He also appeared in five Darren Aronofsky films (including Pi, Requiem for a Dream, The Wrestler, and Black Swan). And he was a frequent guest star on television in series like Kojak, Crime Story, Hannibal and Sex and the City. But it was his Emmy nominated performance as the silent-but-deadly Mexican cartel boss Hector “Tio” Salamanca that gave him the most attention.

"Over the years, Mark has not only dazzled audiences with his exceptional performances he was also an incredibly kind man was a great sense of humor who loved his family," the actor's agent, Robert Attermann, said. "His dedication to his craft is evident in the numerous memorable roles he brought to life, captivating audiences with his remarkable range and skill. Beyond Mark’s on-screen achievements, his genuine and approachable demeanor has made him a pleasure to work with. As both an actor and a person, Mark’s enduring excellence and amiable nature have left an indelible impression on those fortunate enough to collaborate with him and know him. He will certainly be missed."