Bryan Cranston

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Date of Birth : Mar 7th 1956

A versatile and prolific actor for several decades, Bryan Cranston displayed an authoritative voice and presence that made him a perfect fit to play policemen, doctors and the occasional villain in numerous series and occasional features. A recurring turn as an eccentric dentist on “Seinfeld” (NBC, 1989-1998) and a meddling neighbor on “The King of Queens” (CBS, 1998-2007) signaled that he possessed formidable comic skills, which received a superb showcase in his Emmy-nominated performance as Hal, the manic head of the family in “Malcolm in the Middle” (Fox, 2000-06). Following that program’s conclusion, Cranston took a turn toward more dramatic fare with a startling performance as a terminally ill high school teacher who builds a meth lab to support his family in “Breaking Bad” (AMC, 2008- ). The role was a perfect opportunity for the actor to display fierce dramatic chops only previously hinted at in episodes of popular shows like “Walker, Texas Ranger” (CBS, 1993-2001), “Touched By an Angel” (CBS, 1994-2003) and “Chicago Hope” (CBS, 1994-2000). His performance on “Breaking Bad” was hailed by critics and earned him Emmy recognition while establishing Cranston as an actor deftly capable of excelling in both comedy and drama.