Combo's death is important for the developing plot of "Breaking Bad," as it leads to a turf war between Walt and Jesse and dealers working under Gus Fring (Giancarlo Esposito) u/future-madscientist commented as much, prompting Rodney Rush to respond, "Yeah it was a pretty essential role for the show. Very insightful comment. Thx for the compliment too my dude."
Another redditor, who has since deleted their account, asked Rush how he came to be cast as Combo.
Rush said he responded to a casting call for extras by the agency Film Savage, and agency head Gwen Savage pulled him out of a line and told him she thought he would be a good fit for a speaking role. He was given an audition with casting director Shari Rhodes and after reading with Aaron Paul was given the part. The next day he was sitting in his very own trailer on set, and the day after that was filming the first of his five episodes.
Rush had further praise for Bryan Cranston, writing, "He's dope! Funny as hell too.. It was always a good time with him on the set. Plenty of laughter in between scenes. He could switch on and off like a light too ... As soon they call action you can just feel his powerful acting skills at work. Wonderful Guy!"
