Dean Norris

Dean Norris is renowned for his versatile acting career, especially for his role as Hank Schrader in Breaking Bad, which has earned him widespread recognition. He’s been a part of several notable TV series and movies, playing both dramatic and comedic roles.

Acting

2024

Carry-On

- Phil Sarkowski

Film Debut

Dean Norris made his film debut in Lethal Weapon 2 (1989), although the role was small but important. His television and film breakthrough occurred later when he appeared as DEA agent Hank Schrader in Breaking Bad (2008–2013).

Early Life and Personal Life

Dean Norris was Born on 8th April 1963 in South Bend, Indiana, Dean went to Harvard University and also trained at London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). Dean is a married man with children and has had charity work involvement.

Trivia

Dean is best known for his role as Hank Schrader in Breaking Bad and its spin-off series Better Call Saul. He also appears in some films, such as Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and The Heart of the Fall (2021).

Awards

He has not personally won major awards, although he was part of the cast of Breaking Bad and won several highly regarded awards, including a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.

Upcoming Projects

He has a continued thriving career on television and screen, with notable roles on television shows like Better Call Saul and films like The Curse of the Hope Diamond (2022).

Net Worth:

$8 million

Father:

Enos Norris

Mother:

Frances Norris

Birth Sign:

Taurus

Height:

80 kg (176 lbs)

Age:

61 years old (as of 2025)

Education:

-Attended Clayton High School in Missouri
-Graduated from Haarvard University with a degree in English and Theater

Movies:

1991 – Terminator 2: Judgment Day
1995 – The Firm
2009 – Little Miss Sunshine
2011 – The Lincoln Lawyer
2018 – The Infiltrator

Television Shows:

2002–2003 – The X-Files
2008–2013 – Breaking Bad
2015–2017 – Better Call Saul
2017–2021 – The Big Sky