Jon Cryer

Jon Cryer is an American actor known for his extensive work in film and television, including his two-time Emmy-winning role in “Two and a Half Men.” After making his Broadway debut replacing Matthew Broderick in ‘Torch Song Trilogy’ and serving as a standby in ‘Brighton Beach Memoirs’ in 1984, Jon Cryer transitioned to film with ‘No Small Affair’ in the same year. His career breakthrough came swiftly in 1986 as Philip F. ‘Duckie’ Dale in the John Hughes-written cult classic ‘Pretty in Pink,’ which garnered significant critical and public attention. Throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, Cryer solidified his presence in Hollywood with diverse film roles including ‘Hiding Out’ (1987), ‘Superman IV: The Quest for Peace’ (1987) where he played Lenny Luthor, and the comedic hit ‘Hot Shots!’ (1991) alongside Charlie Sheen.

From 2015 to 2016, he took on the recurring role of Dr. Cyril Taft in the popular CBS series ‘NCIS.’ In 2019, Cryer appeared in the film ‘Big Time Adolescence’ and notably joined the DC Comics television universe, portraying the iconic villain Lex Luthor in ‘Supergirl’ from 2019 to 2021, a role that showcased his versatility and commanded a strong fan following. Most recently, Cryer returned to a lead sitcom role as Jim Kearney in ‘Extended Family,’ which premiered in 2023 and concluded its run in 2024, demonstrating his continued appeal and enduring presence in the entertainment industry. His consistent body of work, marked by critical acclaim and popular success, underscores his status as a multifaceted and highly bankable talent across various mediums.