Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Screenwriter, Film Producer, Director |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 16/04/1965 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Latest News about Jon Cryer
04/09/2025
Charlie Sheen discussed his past in a 2025 project that included an unexpected appearance by Jon Cryer, drawing renewed attention to their long-running relationship as Two and a Half Men co-stars. The coverage focused on Sheen reflecting on the highs and lows of his career, while Cryer's participation stood out as a notable reunion moment.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Jonathan Niven Cryer |
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| Summary | American actor born into a show business family. Made his film debut in No Small Affair (1984) and gained fame for his role as Duckie in Pretty in Pink (1986). Best known for playing Alan Harper in the CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men (2003-2015). He is the son of actress and singer Gretchen Cryer and actor David Cryer. In April 2015, he published his memoir So That Happened about his career. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Institution | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
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| Location | London |
| Notes | Skipped college and enrolled at RADA after high school |
Personal Life
| First Marriage | Sarah Trigger (1999, divorced) |
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| Children from First Marriage | 1 |
| Second Marriage | Lisa Joyner (2007) |
| Adopted Children | 1 |
| Adopted Child Details | Daughter adopted in 2009 |
Family
| Father | David Cryer (born 1936) |
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| Mother | Gretchen Cryer (née Kiger, born 1935) |
Career
| Film Debut | No Small Affair (1984) | ||||||||
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| Breakout Role | Duckie in Pretty in Pink (1986) | ||||||||
| Notable Television | Two and a Half Men (2003-2015) as Alan Harper | ||||||||
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| Current Television | Extended Family (2024) as Jim |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Wrote and produced the independent film Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God… Be Back by Five in 1998 | |
| 2. Received a CCA Super Award nomination for Best Actor in a Superhero Series in 2021 | |
| 3. Had failed television shows before breakthrough on Two and a Half Men | |
| 4. Published memoir So That Happened in April 2015 |
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