‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris’ secret divorce revealed amid $1M bankruptcy filing
Key Points:
- Dean Norris and his wife, Bridget Norris, have filed for divorce, with Bridget initiating the process on February 14, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences; the divorce is not yet finalized.
- The couple is facing significant financial difficulties, having filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for their restaurant, Swing Inn Cafe in Temecula, California, which has liabilities exceeding $1.8 million against assets of approximately $148,000.
- Swing Inn Cafe, an old school diner and barbecue joint purchased by the Norrises in 2002 and operating since 1927, continues to operate and promote events despite the bankruptcy filing.
- Dean Norris, known for his role as Hank Schrader on AMC’s "Breaking Bad," and Bridget, a former entertainment lawyer, share five children and are currently negotiating custody and spousal support arrangements.
- Besides the restaurant, the couple also co-owns the Norris Performing Arts Center in Murrieta, California, which provides performing arts training for children and teens.