Michael Anthony Batayeh (December 27, 1970 – June 1, 2023) was an American comedian and actor. He played Dennis Markowski, the manager of the industrial laundromat that was a coverup for a meth lab in Breaking Bad.
Michael Batayeh | |
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| Born | December 27, 1970 Detroit, Michigan, U.S.[1] |
| Died | June 1, 2023 (aged 52) Ypsilanti, Michigan, U.S. |
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| Notable work | Breaking Bad |
Career
editBatayeh attended Wayne State University before dropping out and moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. He appeared in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and The Bernie Mac Show. His most prominent role came as Dennis Markowski in the hit series Breaking Bad.[1]
Personal life
editBatayeh was born to Jordanian Orthodox Christian parents. His father was a factory worker for Ford Motor Company. During his time in acting, Batayeh divided his time between California, and Michigan.[1]
Death
editOn June 1, 2023, Batayeh was found dead in his home by Pittsfield Township police in Ypsilanti, Michigan at age 52. His sister, Ida Vergalla, claimed that he had died of a heart attack.[1] However, a report by the Washtenaw County Medical Examiner's Office found that he died by "asphyxiation by hanging", and that his death was a possible suicide. His family said "He will be greatly missed by those who loved him and his great ability to bring laughter and joy to so many".[2]
References
edit- ^ a b c d McCarthy, Lauren (June 10, 2023). "Michael Batayeh, Comedian and 'Breaking Bad' Actor, Dies at 52" – via NYTimes.com.
- ^ "'Breaking Bad' actor Mike Batayeh's cause of death revealed". June 13, 2023.
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