Who Is Bob Odenkirk? Overview of Bob Odenkirk

Bob Odenkirk is an American actor, writer, comedian, and producer. He was born on October 22, 1962, in Berwyn, Illinois. Odenkirk is best known for his roles in the television series "Breaking Bad" and its spin-off "Better Call Saul."

Odenkirk began his career as a comedy writer and performer in the 1990s, working on shows like "Saturday Night Live" and "The Ben Stiller Show." He then went on to create and star in his own sketch comedy series, "Mr. Show with Bob and David," alongside David Cross. The show ran from 1995 to 1998 and was critically acclaimed for its innovative and irreverent humor.

In recent years, Odenkirk has become known for his dramatic acting, particularly in the role of the sleazy lawyer Saul Goodman on "Breaking Bad" and its spin-off "Better Call Saul." He has received multiple Emmy nominations for his work on both shows.

Odenkirk's most recent movie role was in the action-thriller "Nobody," which was released in 2021. In the film, he plays a seemingly ordinary family man who is actually a former government assassin. The movie received positive reviews for its exciting action sequences and Odenkirk's performance as an unlikely action hero.