Dean Norris
American actor celebrated for his commanding television roles and a prolific career spanning film and television across four decades.
What do we know about Dean Norris?
Here are the key biographical details about Dean Norris:
- Name: Dean Norris
- Also Known As: Dean Joseph Norris
- Date of Birth: April 8, 1963
- Place of Birth: South Bend, Indiana, USA
- Gender: Male
- Job Title: Actor
Who is Dean Norris?
Dean Joseph Norris (born April 8, 1963 height 5' 7" (1,70 m)) is an American actor, best known for portraying DEA agent Hank Schrader on the AMC series Breaking Bad (2008–2013) and town selectman James "Big Jim" Rennie on the CBS series Under the Dome (2013–present). He has also appeared in films such as Lethal Weapon 2 (1989), Total Recall (1990), Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), Starship Troopers (1997), Little Miss Sunshine (2006), and Evan Almighty (2007).
Norris was born in South Bend, Indiana, to Jack, a furniture store owner, and Rosie Norris. He has four sisters. Norris graduated from Clay High School in 1981, where he says he got straight A's. He is a 1985 graduate of Harvard College, where he majored in social studies. He also attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
What is Dean Norris known for?
With over 160 credits spanning film and television, Dean Norris's most recognized works include:
- Breaking Bad (2008, TV Series)
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991, Movie)
- The Big Bang Theory (2007, TV Series)
- Grey's Anatomy (2005, TV Series)
- Little Miss Sunshine (2006, Movie)
- Gattaca (1997, Movie)
- Total Recall (1990, Movie)
- Better Call Saul (2015, TV Series)
- Starship Troopers (1997, Movie)
- The Act (2019, TV Series)
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