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.
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.
1997: Starship Troopers
In 1997, Dean Norris appeared in the film Starship Troopers.
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.
2008: Breaking Bad premiere
In 2008, Dean Norris began playing DEA agent Hank Schrader on Breaking Bad.
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.
2013: Breaking Bad concluded
In 2013, Dean Norris's role as Hank Schrader on Breaking Bad came to an end.
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: 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.
2019: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
In 2019, Dean Norris appeared in the film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.
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.
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: Attended the Democratic National Convention
In 2024, Dean Norris attended the Democratic National Convention.
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