Corbin Bernsen Biography: Net Worth, Children, Siblings, Height, Parents, Age, Wife, TV Series, Awards, Films

Corbin Dean Bernsen, also known as Corbin Bernsen, is a versatile American actor, director, and producer whose career spans over four decades, captivating audiences with iconic roles like Arnie Becker in L.A. Law and Henry Spencer in Psych.

Born into Hollywood royalty in North Hollywood, California, Bernsen’s passion for storytelling was nurtured by his producer father and soap opera star mother.

Profile

• Full Name: Corbin Dean Bernsen
• Stage Name: Corbin Bernsen
• Born: September 7, 1954
• Age: 71 years old
• Birthplace: North Hollywood, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Producer, Writer
• Height: 180 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Harry Bernsen Jr. and Jeanne Cooper
• Siblings: Collin Bernsen, Caren Bernsen
• Spouse: Amanda Pays
• Children: Oliver Bernsen, Angus Bernsen, Henry Bernsen, Finley Bernsen
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $12 million to $16 million

Early Life

Corbin Dean Bernsen was born on September 7, 1954, in North Hollywood, California, to Harry Bernsen Jr., a Hollywood producer, and Jeanne Cooper, a veteran actress known for The Young and the Restless. As the eldest of three children, he grew up with siblings Collin and Caren, both actors.

His ethnicity is mixed (Ashkenazi Jewish from his father; English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh from his mother), and his religion is Christianity. Raised in a showbiz family, Corbin socialized with celebrities and developed an early interest in acting, though he initially considered law. The 1960s culture of film and music shaped his creative spark, and he began performing in school plays.

Education

Corbin graduated from Beverly Hills High School in 1972. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts in 1977 and a Master of Fine Arts in Playwriting in 1979. He also trained in Jeet Kune Do with the late Bruce Lee, enhancing his physical skills for acting.

Career

Bernsen’s career began in 1974 with a bit role in his father’s film Three the Hard Way. After working as a carpenter, roofer, and model in New York, he landed his first major role as Ken Graham in Ryan’s Hope (1983–1985). His breakthrough came as Arnie Becker in L.A. Law (1986–1994), appearing in 171 episodes and earning Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.

He hosted Saturday Night Live and appeared on Seinfeld and The Larry Sanders Show. Film roles include Roger Dorn in the Major League trilogy (1989–1998), Dr. Alan Feinstone in The Dentist (1996) and its sequel, and Harlan Dexter in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005). He played Henry Spencer in Psych (2006–2014) and its TV movies, and had recurring roles in General Hospital (2004–2006), The Young and the Restless, The Resident, and Cuts.

Other TV credits include JAG, The West Wing, Boston Legal, Criminal Minds, and Magnum P.I.. As a director and producer, he founded Public Media Works and Home Theater Films, creating faith-based films like Rust (2010), Christian Mingle (2014), and Mary 4 Mayor (2020). He directed Carpool Guy (2005) and wrote Rust: The Novel (2015). Bernsen also starred in The Last Straw (2014) with Madison Bontempo.

Awards & Nominations

• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, L.A. Law (1987, 1988) – Nominated
• Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series, L.A. Law (1989, 1990) – Nominated
• Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actor, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005) – Nominated
• Drama-Logue Award for Scenic Design, American Buffalo (Pilot Theater) – Won
• Kids’ Choice Award for Favorite Social Media Family, Ninja Kidz TV (2023) – Won (as a collaborator via The Last Straw)

Social Media

• Instagram: @corbinbernsen
• Facebook: Corbin Bernsen

Personal Life

Corbin, 70, has been married to British actress Amanda Pays since November 19, 1988, after meeting on set. They have four sons: Oliver (b. 1989), twins Angus and Henry (b. 1992), and Finley (b. 1998). His height is 180 cm (5’11”). Previously, he was married to Brenda Cooper (1983–1987) and briefly dated Vanna White (1985) and Heather Thomas (1976).

In 2019, Corbin and Amanda relocated to the Hudson Valley, New York, focusing on local film projects. They’ve flipped over 20 homes, selling properties like a $2.945 million Valley Village home in 2020. Corbin is an avid snow globe collector, owning over 9,000, one of the world’s largest collections. He enjoys woodworking, a skill from his early career, and is passionate about faith-based storytelling. His Christian faith guides his family-oriented projects.

Net Worth

Corbin Bernsen’s net worth is estimated at $12 million to $16 million. His wealth comes from acting (L.A. Law, Psych, Major League), directing, producing (Rust, Christian Mingle), writing (Rust: The Novel), and real estate ventures with Amanda Pays.

Filmography (Select Roles):

• Three the Hard Way (1974) – Bit Role
• King Kong (1976) – Reporter
• S.O.B. (1981) – Supporting Role
• Hello Again (1987) – Jason Chadman
• Major League (1989) – Roger Dorn
• Shattered (1991) – Jeb Scott
• Frozen Assets (1992) – Supporting Role
• Major League II (1994) – Roger Dorn
• The Dentist (1996) – Dr. Alan Feinstone
• Major League: Back to the Minors (1998) – Roger Dorn
• The Dentist II (1998) – Dr. Alan Feinstone
• Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005) – Harlan Dexter
• Love Comes Softly (2003) – Ben Graham
• Rust (2010) – James Moore (also Director/Writer)
• The Last Straw (2014) – Mr. G
• Christian Mingle (2014) – Matt (also Director)
• Mary 4 Mayor (2020) – Pat (also Director)
• Camp Hideout (2023) – Supporting Role

Television (Select Roles):

• Ryan’s Hope (1983–1985) – Ken Graham (5 episodes)
• L.A. Law (1986–1994) – Arnie Becker (171 episodes)
• The Young and the Restless (2004–2010, recurring) – Father Todd Williams
• General Hospital (2004–2006) – John Durant
• Psych (2006–2014) – Henry Spencer (120 episodes)
• Cuts (2005–2006) – Jack Sherwood (recurring)
• JAG (1999–2004) – Captain Owen Sebring (recurring)
• The West Wing (2001) – Senator George (2 episodes)
• Criminal Minds (2010) – Jerry Grandin (1 episode)
• The Resident (2018–2021) – Kyle Nevin (recurring)
• Magnum P.I. (2019–2021) – Francis ‘Icepick’ Hofstetler (recurring)