Breaking Bad actor Mike Batayeh passes away at 52

Actor and comedian Mike Batayeh passed away at the age of 52. He was best known for playing laundromat manager Dennis Markowski in Breaking Bad. Reportedly, the actor breathed his last due to a heart attack during his sleep at his Michigan home on June 1, his family confirmed. "It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that my sisters and I announce the passing of our dear brother. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him and his great ability to bring laughter and joy to so many," the family



said.

Following the news of his death, his fellow comedian, Steven Lolli mourned his death. "Mike Batayeh was one of my 1st & best friends in comedy in LA & a great comedian. He played Dennis in #BreakingBad of course. No matter how successful, he always included friends. Class act. Ask God to please go easy on us Jews, Mike. It will be a great favor coming from you RIP," he tweeted.

A memorial ceremony will be held on June 16 at 2 p.m. at the Vermeulen-Sajewski Funeral Home in Plymouth, Mich, as per Variety.