Francisco San Martin’s death at 39 has left a painful void far beyond daytime television. Known for his work on NBC’s Days of Our Lives and CBS’ The Bold and the Beautiful, he brought quiet intensity and warmth to every scene, the kind of presence that made even small roles unforgettable. Offscreen, colleagues remember him as gentle, humble, and fiercely dedicated to his craft, a man who never stopped studying, auditioning, and hoping for the next breakthrough.
The confirmation that he died by suicide in his Los Angeles home has shaken those who loved him and admired him from afar. It is a brutal reminder of how invisible battles can rage behind seemingly bright careers and public smiles. As tributes pour in from fans and fellow actors, the industry mourns not just the loss of a talented performer, but of a human being who deserved more time, more help, and more light.