Daniel Moncada

Daniel Moncada gained widespread recognition for his impactful portrayal of Leonel Salamanca in AMC’s critically acclaimed series ‘Breaking Bad’ in 2010. This career-defining role showcased his distinctive intensity and established him as a formidable screen presence, further solidified by his ability to perform his own stunts within the series. Following this breakthrough, Moncada continued to build a robust filmography, contributing his authentic style to projects such as ‘Justified’ (2014), where he also performed stunts, and the action film ‘Sabotage’ (2014), appearing as Brujo’s Sicario #5 and executing additional stunt work. He demonstrated versatility with his role as Eddie in the Disney sports drama ‘McFarland, USA’ (2015), alongside Kevin Costner.

In 2019, Moncada took on the role of Little Sleepy in ‘Dead End,’ where he also contributed his extensive stunt capabilities. Demonstrating his evolving influence within the industry, Moncada stepped into an executive producer role for the film ‘Sicatriz,’ released in 2022. Moncada’s dedication to his craft is underscored by his rigorous physical training regimen, which includes martial arts, kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and boxing. This commitment not only enhances his intense on-screen performances but also critically supports his consistent ability to perform his own demanding stunt work, making him a highly sought-after talent for physically demanding roles.

Beyond his professional endeavors, he is involved in community efforts, mentoring youth at a boxing gym.