Jonathan Banks
American actor, notable for role in Breaking Bad
Born
January 31st, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor with a career spanning several decades. Significant work includes the character Mike Ehrmantraut in the television series Breaking Bad and its spin-off Better Call Saul. Started acting in the 1960s and gained recognition for portraying tough, often morally ambiguous characters.
Played Mike Ehrmantraut in Breaking Bad
Portrayed the same character in Better Call Saul
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