‘Narcos: Mexico’ star Manuel Masalva ‘fighting for his life’ in coma after contracting bacterial infection

‘Narcos: Mexico’ star Manuel Masalva ‘fighting for his life’ in coma after contracting bacterial infection

“Narcos: Mexico” star Manuel Masalva is reportedly “fighting for his life” in an “induced coma” after contracting an aggressive bacterial infection while abroad.

The 43-year-old actor’s close friend, Mario Morán, revealed Masalva’s startling condition in a TikTok video.

“My brother is fighting for his life far away from home,” Morán, 32, said in Spanish in a clip posted on Thursday, April 3.

“Narcos: Mexico” star Manuel Masalva is reportedly “fighting for his life” after contracting a bacterial infection while on vacation abroad. Manuel Masalva/Instagram

Morán added that Masalva — who played Ramon Arellano Felix in the “Narcos” spinoff — “fell victim to a very aggressive virus” while on vacation, although he did not specify where exactly the incident occurred.

“This led him to an induced coma,” Morán continued. “As of today, his situation remains delicate.”

Masalva’s close friend later shared a GoFundMe link to help raise money for the actor and any unexpected hospital bills he might incur as he continues to “fight for his life.”

“The medical costs are enormous, and in a country where everything is more difficult, any help, no matter how small, can make the difference in this very difficult moment,” Morán said. “If you can contribute, we thank you with our entire hearts.”

Masalva starred in the “Narcos” spinoff during its three-season run from 2018 to 2021. ©Netflix/Courtesy Everett Collection

The GoFundMe page, which was created on Monday, April 1, repeated that the “Narcos: Mexico” actor contracted an “unknown bacteria” and was in “serious condition.”

An update on Masalva’s condition was then added on Thursday.

A GoFundMe page was set up on the actor’s behalf. GoFundMe

“Manu remains in critical condition; the bacteria has already been detected,” the post, written in Spanish, read. “He’s on antibiotics, and we’re waiting for him to begin to improve.”

“Many thanks to everyone who has donated so far; your generosity and support are crucial during this difficult time for Manuel and his loved ones,” a message written on behalf of the star’s family said. “We deeply appreciate the generosity of acquaintances, friends, and family.”

Masalva as Ramon Arellano Felix in “Narcos: Mexico.” Netflix/Kobal/Shutterstock

“Thank you for continuing to share this campaign on your social media so we can reach more people who can help,” the GoFundMe page continued. “Together, we can make a huge difference for Manuel and provide him with the strength and support he needs to recover.”

As of Friday, April 4, the GoFundMe page for Masalva has exceeded its goal of $50K.

Besides starring in the “Narcos” spinoff “Narcos: Mexico” alongside actors Diego Luna and Michael Peña, Masalva has appeared in several shows like “La Guzmán” on Netflix and the Mexican series “Tengo Que Morir Todas Las Noches.”

His last project, a short film titled “Si El Humo No Da Señales,” premiered in 2024. Masalva is set to appear in two upcoming TV projects, according to his IMDB, including the miniseries “Franklin” and the series “The Gringo Hunters.”

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