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Francisco San Martin, 'Days of Our Lives' Actor, Dies at 39

The Spanish-born actor's death was ruled a suicide, marking a tragic loss in the entertainment industry.

Actor Francisco San Martin attends the 2011 Daytime Emmy Awards nominees' cocktail reception at SLS Hotel Beverly Hills on June 16, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California.
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Overview

  • Francisco San Martin, known for roles on 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Jane the Virgin,' was found dead at his Los Angeles home on January 16, 2025.
  • The Los Angeles County Coroner's Office confirmed his cause of death as suicide by ligature hanging.
  • San Martin, born in Mallorca, Spain, and raised in Montana, began acting in children's theater before transitioning to modeling and professional acting in Spain and the U.S.
  • His career highlights include a six-month stint as Dario Hernandez on 'Days of Our Lives,' a recurring role on 'Bold and the Beautiful,' and a seven-episode arc on 'Jane the Virgin.'
  • Co-stars and colleagues, including Camila Banus, shared heartfelt tributes, reflecting on his talent and the personal connections he made throughout his career.