In a tragic turn of events, actor Kamar de los Reyes, recognized for his memorable roles in the soap opera "One Life to Live" and the video game "Call of Duty: Black Ops II," has passed away at the age of 56 in Los Angeles. The announcement was made by his family, revealing that de los Reyes lost his battle with cancer on Sunday.

De los Reyes, a versatile talent in television, movies, and voice acting, had garnered significant fame portraying the character Antonio Vega in "One Life to Live." In the soap opera, he portrayed the transformation of a former gang member into a lawyer and eventually a cop, sharing on-screen chemistry with his real-life wife, Sherri Saum. Additionally, he showcased his acting prowess as the villain Raul Menendez in the popular video game "Call of Duty: Black Ops II."

The family's statement, released through de los Reyes' wife's publicist, Lisa Goldberg, mentioned that the actor had been in the midst of filming for the television series "All American" at the time of his untimely demise. Furthermore, he had recently concluded his involvement in Marvel's forthcoming series "Daredevil" and Hulu's upcoming show, "Washington Black," featuring Sterling K. Brown.

Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Las Vegas, de los Reyes discovered his passion for acting upon his arrival in Los Angeles during the late 1980s. His early career featured notable roles such as Pedro Quinn in the off-Broadway production "Blade to the Heat" in 1994, as well as Ferdinand in director George C. Wolfe's rendition of "The Tempest" for Shakespeare in the Park.

De los Reyes also made an impact on the big screen with his performances, including his portrayal of Watergate burglar Eugenio Martinez in Oliver Stone's "Nixon," a secret service agent in "Salt" alongside Angelina Jolie, and a role in "The Cell" starring Jennifer Lopez.

While living in Los Angeles, de los Reyes remained deeply connected to Puerto Rico, according to the family's statement. Following the devastating Hurricane Maria in 2017, the actor actively participated in the recovery efforts, showcasing his heartfelt commitment to his homeland.

The passing of Kamar de los Reyes has left a profound void in the entertainment industry, as colleagues and fans mourn the loss of an immensely talented actor. His contributions to both television and gaming will forever be remembered, and his dedication to Puerto Rico will be celebrated.

The family requests privacy during this difficult time as they come to terms with their beloved Kamar de los Reyes' untimely demise.