Anna Gunn is an acclaimed American actress best known for her role as Skyler White on the AMC drama series “Breaking Bad.”
Her portrayal of the complex and multi-dimensional character won her widespread recognition and two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2013 and 2014.
In addition to “Breaking Bad,” Anna has appeared in notable roles on television series such as “The Practice” and “Deadwood” and contributed her voice to the “Legacy of Kain” video game series.
Profile
- – Full name: Anna Gunn
- – Date of birth: August 11, 1968
- – Age: 56 years old
- – Gender: Female
- – Place of birth: Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
- – Nationality: American
- – Profession: Actress
- – Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
- – Parents: Sharon Gunn (mother), Clemens Earl Gunn Jr. (father)
- – Siblings: N/A
- – Spouse: Alastair Duncan (1990-2009)
- – Children: Eila Rose Duncan, Emma Duncan
- – Relationship status: Single
- – Religion: N/A
- – Ethnicity: Mixed (Polish, English, Slovak, German, Irish, Dutch)
- – Net worth: $9 million
Early Life and Education
Anna Gunn, now 56, was born on August 11, 1968, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is the daughter of Sharon Gunn, an interior designer, and Clemens Earl Gunn Jr., a real estate worker. Her mixed heritage includes Polish, English, Slovak, German, Irish, and Dutch ancestry.
Growing up in Santa Fe, Anna attended Santa Fe Preparatory School. She later pursued higher education at Northwestern University, graduating 1990 from the School of Communication. During her time at the university, she honed her acting skills, laying the foundation for her future career.
Personal Life
Anna Gunn married Scottish actor and real estate broker Alastair Duncan from 1990 until their divorce in 2009. They have two daughters, Eila Rose Duncan and Emma Duncan. Despite her public career, Anna prefers to keep her personal life private.
Rumours and speculations about her dating life post-divorce have been widespread, but she has not publicly confirmed any serious relationships. Anna maintains a strong focus on her career and her relationship with her children, keeping most details of her private life away from the public eye.
Career
Anna Gunn‘s career began in the early 1990s with roles in television series such as “Quantum Leap,” “Seinfeld,” and “NYPD Blue.” Her first significant role was as Jean Ward on “The Practice” from 1997 to 2002.
She then played Martha Bullock in the HBO series “Deadwood” from 2004 to 2006. However, her most notable role came in 2008 when she was cast as Skyler White in “Breaking Bad.” Her performance in the series earned her critical acclaim and two Emmy Awards.
In addition to television, Anna has appeared in films such as “Sully” (2016) and “Equity” (2016). She also voiced the character Ariel in the “Legacy of Kain” video game series.
Her stage work includes performances in productions such as “The Rehearsal” at the Roundabout Theatre Company and “Little Foxes” at the Antaeus Theatre Company.
Awards
- – Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (2013, 2014) for “Breaking Bad”
- – Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013) for “Breaking Bad”
Net Worth
Anna Gunn‘s net worth is estimated to be $9 million. Her wealth has been accumulated through her extensive work in television, film, and voice acting, along with her performances on stage.
Controversy
Anna Gunn has faced her share of controversies, particularly during her time on “Breaking Bad.” Her character, Skyler White, was often the subject of intense criticism and backlash from fans. Many viewers disliked Skyler’s actions and decisions, which led to significant online harassment directed at Anna herself.
She has spoken openly about the impact of this negative attention, describing it as a challenging experience. Despite the backlash, Anna‘s performance was widely praised by critics, and she received two Emmy Awards for her work on the show.
In her personal life, Anna’s divorce from Alastair Duncan in 2009 was marked by some public speculation, but both parties have largely kept the details private. Rumours of financial disputes and disagreements over child support were rumoured, but no formal accusations or legal battles were publicly reported.
Social Media
- – Instagram: N/A
- – Twitter: N/A
Filmography
- – Quantum Leap
- – Down the Shore
- – Seinfeld
- – The Practice
- – Deadwood
- – Breaking Bad
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