Enrique Rocha dead – Tributes as legendary Mexican soap opera villain dies aged 81

ACTING legend Enrique Rocha has died at the age of 81. The Mexican star – best known for playing the villain in soap operas such as The Privilege of Loving and The Ways of Love – passed away on Sunday. GettyMexican actor Enrique Rocha has died at the age of 81[/caption] Rocha’s death was confirmed by ANDI, a Mexican acting organtisation. A statement shared on Twitter reads: “The National Association of Performers announces the sensitive death of performer partner Enrique Rocha. “The first actor with a recognised career in television, he is known for his villainous characters. “We extend our condolences to his family and friends.” Rocha has been hailed as an “amazing actor” in tributes following his death. One fan said: “Can’t believe Enrique Rocha just died. He was talented! Most read in The Sun boozy bender Ulrika Jonsson, 54, wakes up with 2 men at home after being thrown out of club BABY JOY Bradley Lowery's mum gives birth to baby & says son will be 'best guardian angel' WINTER'S COMING Exact date snow to hit with 3 DAYS of ice after tropical storm brings rain TRIP TO TOON Newcastle 'in talks with Trippier as they look to beat Man Utd and Arsenal' SHE'S A GEM Gemma Collins cuddles rarely-seen stepson as she thanks his mum in sweet post EMMERDALE DING DONG Emmerdale rocked by clash between Matthew Wolfenden & Isabel Hodgins “Amazing actor! One of the best actors who play villains very well. “The actors from this generation should take notes from the characters he played in Telenovelas.”