Tony Dalton
Biography
Tony Dalton is an American-Mexican actor born on February 28, 1975, in Laredo, Texas, and raised in Mexico City. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and built a successful career in Mexican television and film before crossing over to American productions.
Dalton earned critical acclaim for his charismatic portrayal of Lalo Salamanca in AMC's Better Call Saul (2018-2022). His magnetic performance as the clever and dangerous Salamanca cartel heir became one of the show's most compelling elements and earned him widespread recognition in the United States.
Known For
Other Notable Roles
- Jack Duquesne / Swordsman in Hawkeye (2021)
- Rubén Oseguera in Sr. Ávila (2013-2018)
- Various roles in Mexican cinema
Awards & Recognition
- 🏆 Critics' Choice Award Nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Better Call Saul)
- 🏆 Primetime Emmy Nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Better Call Saul)
Frequently Asked Questions
Tony Dalton is best known for playing Lalo Salamanca in Better Call Saul and Jack Duquesne in Marvel's Hawkeye.
He was born in Laredo, Texas, but raised in Mexico City and holds both American and Mexican citizenship.