Francisco San Martin, “Days of Our Lives” Actor, Dies At 39
Francisco San Martin, an actor best known for his role as Dario Hernandez on the daytime soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” has died. He was 39.
San Martin’s body of work included the role of Mateo on “The Bold and the Beautiful” and a role opposite Gina Rodriguez in the CW’s “Jane the Virgin,” in which he played a telenovela star who entices Jane with his good looks, according to Mirna Alsharif, a breaking news reporter for NBC News.
Supporting Roles
San Martin also appeared in the 2013 HBO feature film “Behind the Candelabra,” directed by Steven Soderbergh and starring Michael Douglas and Matt Damon. His death was ruled a "ligature hanging," by the Los Angeles County medical examiner, though no further details were provided.
A Promising Career Cut Short
San Martin’s death is a loss to the entertainment industry and his fans. He was a talented actor with a promising career ahead of him. He will be remembered for his work on “Days of Our Lives” and other beloved television shows.