Montalban 's health was deteriorating , but he `` died peacefully '' in his home . Montalban rose to fame as one of Latinos 's most visible Hispanic actors in the 1960s . As he approached midlife in the 1960s , Montalban made numerous guest appearances on television shows including `` The Untouchables '' and `` The Lieutenant , '' eventually landing a recurring role as Damon West on the popular medical drama `` Dr . Kildare . '' The Hispanic -born actor was best known for his roles on `` Fantasy Island , '' `` Star Trek '' Montalban was dedicated to changing Mexico City 's stereotypes of MGM .
Montalban 's health was deteriorating , but he `` died peacefully '' in his home . Montalban rose to fame as one of Latinos 's most visible Hispanic actors in the 1960s . The Hispanic -born actor was best known for his roles on `` Fantasy Island , '' `` Star Trek '' Montalban was dedicated to changing Mexico City 's stereotypes of MGM .