'Francisco San Martin, a Days of Our Lives actor, has passed away at the age of 39.

The manner of death for the 'Jane the Virgin' actor was reported as suicide, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner's Office.

'Francisco San Martin, a Days of Our Lives actor, has passed away at the age of 39.
'Francisco San Martin, a Days of Our Lives actor, has passed away at the age of 39.

This narrative explores the topic of suicide. In case you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, kindly contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

Francisco San Martin, who played Dario Hernandez in "Days of Our Lives," has passed away at the age of 39.

On January 16, San Martin took his own life at his home, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner's Office. The cause of death was a ligature hanging.

In 2011, the actor portrayed a thief in a soap opera who later became an investigator. Later, in 2016, Jordi Vilasuso took over the role of Hernandez. Meanwhile, San Martin was featured on "Days of Our Lives" for six months.

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Francisco San Martin
Francisco San Martin, best known for his roles in "Days of Our Lives" and "Jane the Virgin," has died at the age of 39. (David Livingston/Getty Images)

In 2017, a Spanish actor portrayed the character of Mateo, a groundskeeper, in "The Bold And The Beautiful."

In the comedy drama "Jane the Virgin," San Martin played the role of Fabian Regalo del Cielo, an estate manager, alongside actress Gina Rodriguez in seasons three and four.

Francisco San Martin
Francisco San Martin's cause of death was listed as suicide. (David Livingston/Getty Images)

His other film credits include "Behind The Candelabra," starring Michael Douglas and Matt Damon, in 2013.

Forbes reported that Camila Banus, San Martin's "Days of Our Lives" co-star, paid tribute to the late actor.

Actors Francisco San Martin (L) and Camila Banus
Francisco San Martin's "Days of Our Lives" co-star, Camila Banus, paid tribute to the late actor, according to Forbes. (David Livingston/Getty Images)

""Pepe, I can only say that I love you and rest in peace, my friend. You were my only witness to Pau singing happy birthday to me in the middle of a concert in Hollywood, which was truly amazing. I wish I had told you more about how much I loved you," she wrote on Instagram."

In Mallorca, Spain, San Martin was born and raised. He started his acting career in children's theater. After returning to Spain to live with his family in Madrid during his teenage years, he worked as a model and took acting lessons. San Martin later appeared in numerous stage, television, and film productions in Spain.

"Days Of Our Lives" 45th Anniversary Milkshake Launch
From left to right, Judi Evans, Kate Mansi, Chandler Massey, Arianne Zucker, Camila Banus, Francisco San Martin, Molly Burnett and Casey Jon Deidrick attend the "Days Of Our Lives" 45th anniversary. (Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic/Getty Images)

The "Days of Our Lives" 60th anniversary is later this year, and San Martin passed away shortly after.

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