Angel Salazar the actor famous for his role as Chi Chi, Al Pacino loyal sidekick in iconic gangster movie Scarface has passed away at the age of 68.
Salazar close friend Ann Wingsong shared that actor die in his sleep over the weekend at friends home in Brooklyn.
Salazar rose to popularity in his career with his rol of Chi Chi the dedicated henchman of Pacino Tony Montana in 1983 classic directed by Brian DePaima.
Scarface Salazar had memorable career appearing Tom Hanks in 1988 dramedy Punchline and reuniting with Pacino in 1993 drama Carlito Way.
He was good comedian with various HBO comedy specials and stint on Last Comic Standing.
Salazar films include famous work like Walk Proud, Hot To Trot and Maniac Cop 2.
Scarface will remember Chi Chir role in saving Tony during intense chainsaw scene and tragic end of aq hit squad in movie bloody climax.
Rest in peace Angel Salazar chichi you were good actor and best friend hermano.
Got home from filming to find out my dear close friend Angel Salazar passed away. Kadrolsha Ona Carole wrote.
Angel and I worked together for years I will miss his silly antics and cheerful laughter Super sad. Love you my friend May you rest in peace.
A spokesperson for the actor says Salazar had heart related issues.
Salazar born on March 2,1956 was a Cuban American. According to IMDB. com this first movie was in 1979 as gang member in Boulevard nights.
He appeared with Tom Hanks in Punchline in 1988 and again with Pacino Carlito Way in 1993.
He did not appear in other movie until Hartem Blues in 2003.