Actor Angel Salazar, best known for playing Chi Chi in the 1983 hit film “Scarface.” Died at the age of 68 From acute intoxication from drug use, including cocaine, tmz Reported on Thursday.
A representative of the NY Chief Medical Examiner’s Office told the outlet that Salazar died from the combined effects of cocaine, cyclobenzaprine — a muscle relaxant — and diphenhydramine, which is a type of antihistamine.
Arteriosclerosis, coronary artery disease, and hypertensive heart disease were also listed as contributing factors to Salazar’s death. ME termed the Hollywood star’s death as accidental.
The star died in August, and his representative at the time, Ann Wingsong Confirmed with TMZ Salazar “died in his sleep” at his friend’s home in Brooklyn “over the weekend.”
On Sunday morning, a friend went to see the actor and found his body on his bed.
Wingsong also said that Salazar was suffering from multiple heart problems.
The actor, who was born in 1956, got the role of Chi Chi – assistant to Al Pacino’s iconic Tony Montana – early in his career.
The ganger thriller starred Michelle Pfeiffer as Montana’s mistress Elvira Hancock, who eventually becomes his wife, alongside Steven Bauer, who played Montana’s partner-in-crime Manny Ribera.
Salazar also appeared in several other films, including the 1980 film “Where the Buffalo Roam”, the 1982 film “A Stranger Is Watching”, and the 1984 film “The Wildlife”.
The following year, he appeared in “Sylvester” as well as the 1988 film “Punchline,” followed by a role in another hit 1993 film, “Carlito’s Way,” also starring the 84-year-old Pacino.
Salazar also appeared in several television shows such as “On Our Own,” “The New $treetz Series,” “Jersey Mafia Chronicles,” and “In Living Color.”
The actor also claimed a background in stand-up comedy, and starred in several HBO comedy specials.
He “Shake It Out!” He was best known for coining catchphrases.
Salazar also secured a returning role in the NBC series “Last Comic Standing”.
Their final performance was held in August at Reno’s Silver Legacy Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Salazar demonstrated for four days from August 1 to August 4.
Recording artist Tito Puente paid tribute to his late friend after his death, writing, “Rest in peace Angel Salazar ‘ChiChi’ you were an amazing actor and good friend Hermano. From Scarface to Carlito’s mannerisms, your characters and comedy will always be remembered.”
