Jon Bernthal is an American actor best known for his roles in popular TV shows and movies. He was born on September 20, 1976, in Washington, D.C., and grew up in a family of Jewish heritage.
Bernthal started his acting career in theater productions before moving on to TV and film. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Shane Walsh in the AMC series “The Walking Dead,” which he played from 2010 to 2012. He also starred as Frank Castle, also known as The Punisher, in the Netflix series “Daredevil,” “The Punisher,” and “The Defenders.”
In addition to his TV work, Bernthal has appeared in a number of films, including “The Wolf of Wall Street,” “Fury,” and “Baby Driver.” He has also lent his voice to several video games, including “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” and “Ghost Recon: Wildlands.”
Bernthal is known for his intense and gritty performances, and has been praised for his ability to portray complex and conflicted characters. He has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work on “The Walking Dead.”
Outside of his acting work, Bernthal is a dedicated advocate for military veterans, and has worked with organizations such as the USO and the Wounded Warrior Project to support veterans and their families.
