Anna Gunn, a highly praised American actress, gained fame for her portrayal of Skyler White in the popular AMC show “Breaking Bad.”
Her depiction of this intricate and multifaceted character earned her widespread acclaim, as well as two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2013 and 2014.
Aside from her role in “Breaking Bad,” Anna has also showcased her talent in notable television series like “The Practice” and “Deadwood.” Additionally, she lent her voice to the “Legacy of Kain” video game series.
REAL FACTS ABOUT ANNA GUNN
FULL NAME: Anna Gunn
DATE OF BIRTH: August 11, 1968
GENDER: Female
PLACE OF BIRTH: Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
NATIONALITY: American
OCCUPATION: Actress
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Anna Gunn, who is currently 56 years old, was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico on August 11, 1968.
Her parents are Sharon Gunn, who works as an interior designer, and Clemens Earl Gunn Jr., who is employed in real estate.
Anna’s diverse background includes Polish, English, Slovak, German, Irish, and Dutch ancestry.
While growing up in Santa Fe, Anna attended Santa Fe Preparatory School. Afterward, she pursued higher education at Northwestern University and graduated in 1990 from the School of Communication.
During her time at the university, she focused on developing her acting skills, which laid the groundwork for her future career.
CAREER
Anna Gunn started her career in the early 1990s, appearing in TV shows like “Quantum Leap,” “Seinfeld,” and “NYPD Blue.” She gained recognition for her role as Jean Ward on “The Practice” from 1997 to 2002.
From 2004 to 2006, she portrayed Martha Bullock in the HBO series “Deadwood.” However, her most notable and acclaimed role came in 2008 when she was cast as Skyler White in “Breaking Bad.” Her performance in the show earned her two Emmy Awards.
Apart from television, Anna has also appeared in movies like “Sully” (2016) and “Equity” (2016). Additionally, she lent her voice to the character Ariel in the “Legacy of Kain” video game series.
In terms of stage work, Anna has performed in productions like “The Rehearsal” at the Roundabout Theatre Company and “Little Foxes” at the Antaeus Theatre Company.
PERSONAL LIFE
Anna Gunn was married to Alastair Duncan, a Scottish actor and real estate broker, from 1990 until they got divorced in 2009.
They have two daughters named Eila Rose Duncan and Emma Duncan. Despite being a public figure, Anna chooses to keep her personal life out of the public eye.
