In the sad turnover of events, the world of entertainment lost one of his unforgettable talents.
Fans and friends mourn over the loss of Angel Salazar, the actor and comedian best known for showing Chi Chi Chi in the iconic Scarface. While Salazar may have left us too early, his lasting presence in Hollywood will remain etched with memories of those who appreciated his remarkable performance.
At the age of 68, Angel Salazar, best known for his role as Chi Chi, Al Pacino’s Loyal Sidekick in Scarface, died. While his role in the 1983 classic directed by Brian Depalma is what made him famous, Salazar had a rich and diverse career. According to TMZ, he died in sleep over the weekend with a friend in Brooklyn. A friend reported that he found Salazar in the bedroom on Sunday morning, peacefully sleeping. Although the exact cause of death has not been released, it is known that Salazar had a history of heart problems.
Cuban actor and comedian, Salazar was also known for his Catchphras “Sheck It Out” during his stand-up performance. His acting career took off after landing the role of Chi Chi in Scarface, where he greatly helped save Pacino’s character Tony Montan during the notorious scene of the chainsaw. The fans of the film will also remember the emotional moment when Chi Chi met his tragic end in the hands of the hit team hired by the drug Lord Alejandro Sosa.
In addition to his work in Scarface, Salazar played alongside Tom Hanks in 1988 Punchline, where he played a comedian who helped to break into a stand-up home. He also appeared in the last comic position and performed in several comedy specials on HBO. In 1997, Salazar met Pacino and director DEPALMA for Carlito.
Salazar’s final film performances were in Black Ceaser (2022) and Gilbert Diaries: The Movie (2023).
The death of Angel Salazar means the end of the era for many who grew up and watched his iconic performance. Whether as a loyal Chi in Scarface or an unforgettable comedian in various films and specials, Salazar’s work has left an indelible brand on Hollywood. His heritage as an actor and stand-up comedian will continue to inspire future generations and his fans will always remember kindly, colleagues and loved ones. Although his time was shortened with us, his contributions to the film and the comedy will never be forgotten.