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Dean Norris

Dean Norris is an American actor widely recognized for his portrayal of Hank Schrader in the critically acclaimed television series Breaking Bad. He has also held prominent roles as James "Big Jim" Rennie in Under the Dome, Clay "Uncle Daddy" Husser in Claws, and Randall Stabler in Law & Order: Organized Crime. With an extensive career spanning over 150 film and television credits, Norris has frequently played law enforcement characters, contributing to his established presence in the entertainment industry.

April 8, 1963: Dean Norris Born

On April 8, 1963, Dean Joseph Norris was born. He is an American actor known for his roles in various film and television series.

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1981: Graduation from Clay High School

In 1981, Dean Norris graduated from Clay High School as the class valedictorian. He was also a member of the comedy show Beyond Our Control.

1985: Graduation from Harvard College

In 1985, Dean Norris graduated from Harvard College, where he studied Social Studies.

1987: Diploma from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art

In 1987, Dean Norris earned a diploma from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

1989: Lethal Weapon 2

In 1989, Dean Norris appeared in the film Lethal Weapon 2.

1990: Hard to Kill and Total Recall

In 1990, Dean Norris appeared in the films Hard to Kill and Total Recall.

1991: Terminator 2: Judgment Day

In 1991, Dean Norris appeared in the film Terminator 2: Judgment Day.

1993: The Firm

In 1993, Dean Norris appeared in the film The Firm.

1997: Starship Troopers

In 1997, Dean Norris appeared in the film Starship Troopers.

2000: The Cell

In 2000, Dean Norris appeared in the film The Cell.

2006: Little Miss Sunshine

In 2006, Dean Norris appeared in the film Little Miss Sunshine.

2007: Evan Almighty

In 2007, Dean Norris appeared in the film Evan Almighty.

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2008: Breaking Bad premiere

In 2008, Dean Norris began playing DEA agent Hank Schrader on Breaking Bad.

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2013: Under the Dome

In 2013, Dean Norris began playing James "Big Jim" Rennie on the CBS series Under the Dome. Also in 2013, the final season of Breaking Bad aired.

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2013: Breaking Bad concluded

In 2013, Dean Norris's role as Hank Schrader on Breaking Bad came to an end.

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2015: Sons of Liberty

In 2015, Dean Norris appeared in Sons of Liberty.

2015: Under the Dome concluded

In 2015, Dean Norris's role as James "Big Jim" Rennie on the CBS series Under the Dome concluded.

2016: Attended the Democratic National Convention

In 2016, Dean Norris attended the Democratic National Convention.

June 2017: Joins Claws

In June 2017, Dean Norris began playing mob boss Clay "Uncle Daddy" Husser in the TNT series Claws.

2017: The Book of Henry

In 2017, Dean Norris appeared in the film The Book of Henry.

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2017: TNT series Claws

In 2017, Dean Norris began playing Clay "Uncle Daddy" Husser on the TNT series Claws.

2018: Norris Performing Arts Center Opened

In 2018, Dean Norris and his wife, Bridget, opened the Norris Performing Arts Center in Murrieta.

2018: Death Wish

In 2018, Dean Norris appeared in the film Death Wish.

2019: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

In 2019, Dean Norris appeared in the film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.

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2019: Schraderbräu Launched

In 2019, Dean Norris helped launch Schraderbräu, Hank Schrader's in-universe home-brewed craft beer, as an official product.

2020: Better Call Saul

In 2020, Dean Norris reprised his role as Agent Hank Schrader in the Breaking Bad prequel Better Call Saul.

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2022: TNT series Claws concluded

In 2022, Dean Norris's role as Clay "Uncle Daddy" Husser on the TNT series Claws concluded.

2022: Purchase of The Swing Inn Cafe

In 2022, Dean and Bridget Norris purchased The Swing Inn Cafe in Old Town, Temecula, for $6 million.

2023: Law & Order: Organized Crime

In 2023, Dean Norris began playing Randall Stabler on the NBC series Law & Order: Organized Crime.

2024: Carry On

In 2024, Dean Norris appeared in the film Carry On.

2024: Attended the Democratic National Convention

In 2024, Dean Norris attended the Democratic National Convention.