Bryan Cranston

Bryan Cranston is an American actor and director whose portrayal of Walter White on AMC’s “Breaking Bad” is widely recognized as one of the best television performances ever. Cranston’s roles as Hal on the Fox sitcom “Malcolm in the Middle” and Dr. Tim Whatley on the NBC sitcom “Seinfeld” helped him gain fame.

Cranston has been nominated for and won four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. He’s also starred in a number of critically praised films, including “Saving Private Ryan,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” “Drive,” “Argo,” and “Godzilla.”

Net Worth of Bryan Cranston:

Bryan Cranston’s net worth is $40 million as of 2021.

Bryan Lee Cranston is an American filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, and actor best known for his roles as Walter White in Breaking Bad and Dr. Tim on Seinfeld on NBC.

This page discusses his biography, career, and how he was able to amass so much wealth throughout his lifetime.

What is Bryan Cranston Famous for?

  • He is best known for his portrayal of Walter White in the AMC series “Breaking Bad.”
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Caption: Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston. (Source: @aarp.org)

When and Where was Bryan Cranston Born?

Bryan Cranston was born in the United States on March 7, 1956, in Hollywood, California. Bryan Lee Cranston is his given name. He is an American citizen. Cranston is of mixed heritage (Austrian, German, and Irish), and his zodiac sign is Pisces.

Cranston is the son of Annalisa Cranston (mother) and Joseph Louis Cranston (father) (mother). His father was an actor and former amateur boxer of Austrian-Jewish, German, and Irish origin, while his mother was a radio actress. Bryan, along with his older brother Kyle and younger sister Amy, grew up in Canoga Park, California.

Cranston’s father, on the other hand, left the family when he was 11 years old due to financial difficulties, and Bryan and Kyle did not locate him out until 11 years later. After his family’s home was foreclosed on, Bryan and his siblings were raised in part by their grandparents.

Bryan Cranston graduated from Canoga Park High School and earned an associate’s degree in police science from Los Angeles Valley College. After choosing acting as one of his elective topics in college, he discovered that theater and acting were his calling.

He opted to continue his acting profession after graduation in 1976. Cranston, on the other hand, longed to be a cop since he was a kid.

When Did Bryan Cranston Start His Professional Career?

  • After appearing in Granada Theater in San Fernando Valley, California, Cranston began his professional career.
  • Cranston played Douglas Donovan in the ABC TV series “Loving” for two years in 1983.
  • In 1988, Cranston landed the part of Russell in the CBS series “Raising Miranda.”
  • Cranston also appeared in the adaptation film “Macross Plus,” as well as the television programs “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” and “Batman: Year One.”
  • Cranston’s breakthrough role as Dr. Tim Whatley on the NBC sitcom “Seinfeld” came in 1994.
  • Cranston portrayed Gus Grissom in the biographical film “That Thing You Do!” in 1996.
  • In 1997, he performed a supporting role in the air hijacking film “Strategic Command” and the television series “Babylon 5”.
  • Cranston portrayed astronaut Buzz Aldrin in the HBO miniseries “From the Earth to the Moon” in 1998.
  • In the critically acclaimed Steven Spielberg film “Saving Private Ryan,” he played an American colonel.
  • “Last Chance,” a film written and directed by Cranston, was released in 1999.
  • On the CBS sitcom “The King of Queens,” he played Tim Sacksky.
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Caption: Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston.

 

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  • Cranston landed the starring role of Hal on the Fox comedy series “Malcolm in the Middle” in 2000.
  • Cranston’s breakthrough role as Walter White in AMC’s criminal thriller “Breaking Bad” earned him four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2008.
  • Cranston had supporting roles in three hit films in 2011, including “The Lincoln Lawyer,” “Drive,” and “Contagion.”
  • Cranston portrayed US President Lyndon B. Johnson in “All the Way” at the American Repertory Theater and on Broadway in 2013.
  • Cranston also starred in “Godzilla” (2014), “Total Recall” (2012), “John Carter, Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted” (2012), “Rock of Ages” (2012), and “Argo” (2012). (2012).
  • “KidSmartz,” a Cranston-produced instructional DVD, was released.
  • Cranston played Dalton Trumbo in the movie “Trumbo” in 2015.
  • Cranston played Li, Po’s biological father, in “Kung Fu Panda 3” in 2016.
  • Cranston appeared in a theatrical rendition of the 1976 film “Network” in 2017.
  • Cranston also appeared in “The Upside” and “Isle of Dogs.”
  • Cranston starred in HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm” season 9 and will feature as a guest actor in NBC’s “Will & Grace” season 10.
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Caption: Bryan Cranston and his wife Robin Dearden.

 

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Who is Bryan Cranston Married?

Bryan Cranston has been married twice in his life to this point. Cranston’s first marriage was to writer Mickey Middleton. The pair married on November 10, 1977, but were unable to maintain their relationship and divorced in 1982.

Cranston then met the lovely Robin Dearden on the set of the 1984 television series “Airwolf.” They began dating and married on July 8, 1989, after five years of dating. Taylor Dearden Cranston is the name of the couple’s daughter. Taylor, his daughter, appeared as an extra in “Breaking Bad” episode “No Más” as well as Sweet/Vicious.

How Tall is Bryan Cranston?

Bryan Cranston has a well-kept physical appearance. Cranston appears to be more worried with his fitness and health as an actor. Cranston stands at a height of 5ft. 11inches (1.80m) and weighs approximately 85kg (187 lbs).

His body measurements are 40-34-16 inches, with a 40-inch chest, 34-inch waist, and 16-inch biceps. Cranston is a gorgeous young man with a fair complexion, dark brown hair, and blue eyes.

Quick Facts About Bryan Cranston

Celebrated NameBryan Cranston
Age65 Years
Nick NameCranston
Birth NameBryan Lee Cranston
Birth Date1956-03-07
GenderMale
ProfessionActor
Birth NationUSA
NationalityAmerican
Place Of BirthHollywood, California
FatherJoseph Louis (Died in 2014)
MotherAudrey Peggy
Siblings2
BrothersKyle Cranston
SistersAmy Cranston
HoroscopePisces
ReligionUnknown
High SchoolCanoga Park High School
College / UniversityLos Angeles Valley College
Marital StatusMarried
WifeMickey Middleton (Ex) divorced in April 1982
SpouseRobin Dearden (Present Wife)
Married Date8th July 1989 (Robin Dearden) and November 1977 (Mickey Middleton)
ChildrenTaylor Dearden (Daughter)
Sexual OrientationStraight
Net Worth$30 Million
SalaryWill Update Soon
Height5 ft 10.5 in
Weight76 Kg
Chest Size40 in
Arms/Biceps14 in or 35½ cm
Waist Size34 in or 86 cm
Hair ColorDark Brown
Eye ColorGreen
Shoe Size10.5 US
Dress SizeUnknown
Famous ForFor playing Hal in Malcolm, Walter White in Breaking Bad, in Saving Private Ryan, Drive and Godzilla
Awards WonLaurence Olivier Award, Primetime Emmy Award and more
Body TypeAverage
EndorsmentTV commercial for Excedrin (1996), Honda Accord (2000), Esurance
Source of WealthActing Career