Daniel Richard Escobar (April 9, 1964 – December 13, 2013) was an American

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known for playing Mr. Escobar, a teacher on the Disney Channel TV series, ''

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''. His other television credits include '' Charmed'', '' Curb Your Enthusiasm'', '' NYPD Blue'', and '' Malcolm in the Middle'', amongst others. He died in a Los Angeles hospital on December 13, 2013, from complications resulting from diabetes; he was 49 years old.

Early life and career

He was born in McAllen, Texas. His last role was a waiter in ''

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'' back in 2011.

Filmography

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