Dana Ashbrook
Biography
Dana Vernon Ashbrook is an accomplished American actor, renowned for his portrayal of Bobby Briggs in David Lynch's cult television series "Twin Peaks," which aired from 1990 to 1991, and its follow-up, "Twin Peaks: The Return," released in 2017. Born on May 24, 1967, in San Diego, California, Ashbrook embarked on his acting journey in the 1980s, initially taking on minor parts in various television productions.
His career reached a pivotal moment with "Twin Peaks," where he depicted the complex character of Bobby Briggs, a young man who transitions from a defiant high schooler to a deputy sheriff in the series' revival.
In addition to his iconic role in "Twin Peaks," Ashbrook has made appearances in a range of other television series and films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Notable projects include "Crisis" (1995), "The Kill Point" (2007), "White Collar," "The Following," and "Chicago P.D." Throughout his career, he has consistently worked in television, yet the character of Bobby Briggs continues to be his most celebrated and recognizable role.
Filmography
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Python 2
2002 • Dwight Stoddard
Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat
1989 • Jack
Framing John DeLorean
2019 • Ben Tisa
Late Phases
2014
Please Baby Please
2022
Ice Cream in the Cupboard
2019 • Pat
Restraint (2017)
2017 • Jeff Burroughs
Girlfriend from Hell
1989 • Chaser
Ghost Dad
1990 • Tony Ricker
Getting Grace
2018 • Ron Christopher
Minor Premise
2020 • Malcolm
Waxwork
1988 • Tony
The Aggression Scale
2012 • Lloyd
The Willies
1990 • Tough Dude
Return of the Living Dead Part II
1988 • Tom Essex
She's Out of Control
1989 • Joey
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me
1992 • Bobby Briggs
kid 90
2021 • Self (archive footage)
Twin Peaks
1990 • Bobby Briggs