francisco san martin

Francisco San Martin was a talented actor whose career spanned various soap operas, television shows, and films
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. Born on August 27, 1985, in Mallorca, Spain, Francisco moved to Montana, USA, with his family during his early childhood
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. It was here that he first discovered his passion for acting through children’s theater
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Francisco’s breakout role came in 2010 when he joined the cast of the long-running soap opera “Days of Our Lives” as Dario Hernandez, a character who initially appeared as a petty thief but was later revealed to be investigating a cold case
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. His portrayal of Dario earned him a dedicated fan base, even though his time on the show was relatively short, spanning only six months
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In 2017, Francisco expanded his television repertoire by appearing on “The Bold and the Beautiful” as Mateo, a groundskeeper caught in a dramatic plot involving seduction and sabotage
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. That same year, he also landed a recurring role on the hit show “Jane the Virgin” as Fabian Regalo del Cielo, an estate manager
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. His character was part of a show within the show, adding a meta-layer to the telenovela parody
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Francisco’s talent wasn’t confined to daytime television. He also appeared in the 2013 film “Behind the Candelabra”, starring alongside Michael Douglas and Matt Damon
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. His role as Liberace showcased his versatility as an actor and allowed him to work with some of Hollywood’s biggest names
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Despite his success, Francisco’s life was tragically cut short when he passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 39
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. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office confirmed that he died by suicide
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. His untimely death sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with many of his co-stars and fans paying tribute to him on social media
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Francisco’s former co-star on “Days of Our Lives,” Camila Banus, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing her love and sorrow for her friend
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. She wrote, “Pepe, what can I say but I love you and rest in peace, my friend
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. Love you mucho mucho mucho; I wish I had told you more
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.” Fans and colleagues alike remembered Francisco for his warmth, talent, and the impact he had on those around him
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Francisco’s journey from a child actor in Montana to a respected figure in Hollywood is a testament to his dedication and passion for the craft. While his life was tragically short, his legacy lives on through