Jon Bernthal

Jon Bernthal's journey to prominence began with his role as Shane Walsh on the widely recognized series "The Walking Dead." His portrayal of complex characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, such as Frank Castle / The Punisher in "Daredevil" and "The Punisher," further established his standing. His role as Michael Berzatto in "The Bear" fetched him a Primetime Emmy Award and an additional nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. Bernthal's filmography is extensive, including notable works like "Snitch," "The Wolf of Wall Street," "Fury," "Sicario," "The Accountant," "Baby Driver," "Wind River," "Widows," "Ford v Ferrari," "King Richard," "The Many Saints of Newark," "Origin," and "The Accountant 2."

Bernthal's current ventures include the revival series "Daredevil: Born Again," where he reprises his role as Frank Castle / The Punisher. He is the host of the podcast "Real Ones with Jon Bernthal" and has voiced characters in various video games, including Tom Clancy’s "Ghost Recon Wildlands" and "Ghost Recon Breakpoint." He also stars in the HBO miniseries "We Own This City" and the series "American Gigolo." His upcoming projects include "Snow Ponies," "Stingray," "The Amateur," and Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey." In addition, Bernthal is set to make his Broadway debut in 2026 in Stephen Adly Guirgis’s stage adaptation of "Dog Day Afternoon."

Beyond his professional commitments, Bernthal is actively involved in philanthropy through his nonprofit organization Drops Fill Buckets, which he runs with his brother Nicholas. He is also known for his advocacy for pit bull ownership and his role as a spokesperson for the Animal Farm Foundation. His dedication to his craft is evident in his receiving the Ovation Award for Best Acting Ensemble in a Play for "Small Engine Repair," the National Board of Review Award for Best Cast for his role in "Fury," and the Detroit Film Critics Society Award for Best Supporting Actor for "King Richard."