Francisco San Martin, known for his roles on Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful, has died at 39. The Spanish-born actor was found in his Los Angeles apartment on January 16. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed the cause of death as suicide by hanging.
Born in Mérida, Spain, San Martin moved to rural Montana as a child and later pursued acting in Los Angeles. He gained recognition as Dario Hernández on Days of Our Lives and made a memorable appearance as Dr. Marco on The Bold and the Beautiful. He also had roles in Jane the Virgin and various indie films.
Tributes from co-stars described him as kind, passionate, and uplifting. His passing has reignited conversations about mental health in the entertainment industry. Organizations like NAMI urge those in crisis to reach out—dial or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
San Martin is remembered as a gifted storyteller who loved nature, football, and mentoring young actors. His family has requested privacy, and fans are encouraged to honor his legacy by supporting mental health causes and youth theater programs—two passions close to his heart.
