Beloved Actor Kamar de los Reyes Passes Away at 56

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According to a spokesperson from his family, Kamar de los Reyes, renowned for his portrayal of Antonio Vega on One Life to Live, passed away on Christmas Eve at the age of 56 following a short-lived struggle with cancer.

A family spokesperson has confirmed that Kamar de los Reyes, a talented actor known for his role as Antonio Vega on the ABC soap opera One Life to Live, passed away on December 24 in Los Angeles after a brief battle with cancer.

He was 56. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Las Vegas, de los Reyes made significant contributions to both television and the video game industry. In addition to his notable appearances in crime and drama shows such as Castle, Shooter, SEAL Team, and The Rookie, he also portrayed the character Raul Menendeza in several popular installments of the Call of Duty franchise, providing both voice and motion-captured acting. His presence will be sorely missed, as he was a respected and longstanding figure in both the entertainment and gaming communities.

Furthermore, de los Reyes expressed his profound admiration for the franchise, referring to it as “one of the most remarkable endeavors” he had ever been involved in. It also served as a means for him to foster a deeper connection with his eldest son, Caylen. In a lighthearted tone during a 2012 interview, he humorously remarked, “He kicks my butt.”

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Continuing his remarks, de los Reyes emphasized the level of dedication displayed by his fellow gamers, stating, “While I enjoy playing, these individuals take it to a whole new level.” He specifically highlighted his son’s exceptional sniping skills, acknowledging his genuine talent in the game.

According to Deadline, de los Reyes was actively involved in filming the CW’s sports drama series, All American, at the time of his unfortunate passing.

De los Reyes leaves behind a loving network of friends and family, including his wife and fellow One Life to Live cast member, Sherri Saum, as well as their 9-year-old twins, John and Michael.

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