History of Bryan Cranston in Timeline

Bryan Cranston is a celebrated American actor renowned for his versatility in comedic and dramatic roles across stage and screen. He's garnered significant recognition, including multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, a Laurence Olivier Award, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Tony Awards. He has also received nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award, solidifying his status as a highly accomplished and respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

July 8, 1989: Cranston Marries Robin Dearden

On July 8, 1989, Bryan Cranston married Robin Dearden, whom he met on the set of Airwolf in 1984.

February 12, 1993: Birth of daughter Taylor Dearden

On February 12, 1993, Bryan Cranston and Robin Dearden's daughter, Taylor Dearden, was born.

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2008: Cranston wins Emmy for Breaking Bad

In 2008, Bryan Cranston won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for playing Walter White in Breaking Bad.

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2009: Cranston wins Emmy for Breaking Bad

In 2009, Bryan Cranston won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for playing Walter White in Breaking Bad.

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2010: Cranston wins Emmy for Breaking Bad

In 2010, Bryan Cranston won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for playing Walter White in Breaking Bad.

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April 2014: Cranston Presents at Broadway Cares Event

In April 2014, Bryan Cranston presented at the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Easter Bonnet Competition, after raising donations at his Broadway show All the Way.

2014: Cranston wins Tony Award for All the Way

In 2014, Bryan Cranston won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his performance as Lyndon B. Johnson in Robert Schenkkan's historical epic All the Way.

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2014: Cranston wins Emmy for Breaking Bad

In 2014, Bryan Cranston won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for playing Walter White in Breaking Bad.

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2016: Cranston opposes Trump's candidacy

In 2016, Bryan Cranston supported Hillary Clinton in the United States presidential election and opposed the candidacy of Donald Trump.

2016: Emmy Nomination for All the Way

In 2016, Bryan Cranston was Emmy-nominated for playing Lyndon B. Johnson in All the Way.

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2016: Cranston expresses desire to work with other actors

In a 2016 interview with Larry King, Bryan Cranston stated that he would love to work with Meryl Streep, Emma Thompson, and Dustin Hoffman.

November 2017: Cranston stars in Network play

In November 2017, Bryan Cranston portrayed Howard Beale in the play Network, an adaptation of the 1976 film.

October 2018: Cranston voices Ford commercials

In October 2018, Bryan Cranston became the voice for a new series of Ford commercials featuring the tagline 'Built Ford Proud'.

December 6, 2018: Network Opens on Broadway

On December 6, 2018, the play Network, starring Bryan Cranston, opened at the Belasco Theatre on Broadway. Cranston received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Howard Beale.

2018: Emmy Nomination for Curb Your Enthusiasm

In 2018, Bryan Cranston was Emmy-nominated for playing himself in Curb Your Enthusiasm.

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July 2019: Release of Dos Hombres Mezcal

In July 2019, Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul announced the release of their signature mezcal, Dos Hombres.

2019: Cranston wins Tony Award for Network

In 2019, Bryan Cranston won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his performance as Howard Beale in Network.

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2020: Cranston stars in The One and Only Ivan

In 2020, Bryan Cranston starred as Mack in the Disney film The One and Only Ivan and he also had the lead role in the miniseries Your Honor.

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2022: Cranston Ejected from MLB Celebrity Softball Game

During the 2022 MLB Celebrity Softball Game, Bryan Cranston was ejected after being struck by a pitch and jokingly throwing a bucket of bubble gum at an umpire.

2022: Cranston reprises Walter White in Better Call Saul

In 2022, Bryan Cranston reprised his role as Walter White during the final season of the Breaking Bad prequel series Better Call Saul.

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2023: Cranston's PopCorners Super Bowl commercial

In 2023, Bryan Cranston reprised his role as Walter White alongside Aaron Paul and Raymond Cruz in a Super Bowl LVII commercial for PopCorners.

2023: Cranston criticizes Trump's slogan

In a 2023 interview on CNN, Bryan Cranston openly criticized Donald Trump and his 'Make America Great Again' slogan.

2024: Cranston supports Kamala Harris

Bryan Cranston supported the Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.

2025: Cranston to Return to Stage in All My Sons

In 2025, it was announced that Bryan Cranston would return to the stage in an Ivo van Hove directed production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons at the West End's Wyndham's Theatre.