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Jon Bernthal's Hidden TV Past: Law & Order Roles
3 Jul
Summary
- Jon Bernthal's first TV role was on Law & Order: Criminal Intent in 2002.
- He later guest-starred as a reporter on Law & Order: SVU.
- These early roles significantly boosted his burgeoning career.
Jon Bernthal's early career received a significant boost from the "Law & Order" franchise. His inaugural credited television role was in 2002 on "Law & Order: Criminal Intent," where he played Lane Ruddock in its second season.
Following this, Bernthal made another appearance in the franchise three years later. He guest-starred on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" as Sherm Hempell, a reporter who aided detectives Benson and Stabler. These early guest spots were pivotal for the actor's career development.
The time between his "Law & Order: SVU" role and his iconic performance on "The Walking Dead" was notably short. This early work provided a crucial foundation, paving the way for his later successes in major television and film roles.
