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'Breaking Bad' Star Lists Temecula Estate Amid Divorce, Bankruptcy: Reports
The property is listed for about $1.5 million more than the couple paid for it in 2024.
TEMECULA, CA — Actor Dean Norris, best known for portraying DEA agent Hank Schrader on the hit television series "Breaking Bad," has listed his sprawling Temecula estate for $3.199 million after his wife filed for divorce, according to reports.
The 11.4-acre hilltop property, which was purchased by the couple for $1.7 million in 2024, hit the market in September, Page Six reported.
The Temecula estate spans 11.4 acres and includes 7,315 square feet of living space across a main residence and guesthouse. Together, the two homes feature nine bedrooms, seven full bathrooms and two half-bathrooms, according to Realtor.com.
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The main residence includes separate living and family rooms, each with a fireplace. A third fireplace is located in the primary suite, which also features exposed ceiling beams and a walk-in closet.
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The kitchen is equipped with an eight-burner Wolf range, three ovens and a walk-in pantry. Additional dining options include seating at the center island, an adjoining dining area and a separate formal dining room.
At its current asking price, the property is listed for approximately $1.5 million more than the couple paid for it in 2024.
The listing comes amid other financial developments involving the estranged couple. Last month, the business behind their Swing Inn Cafe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Bankruptcy documents showed the restaurant business reported about $147,000 in assets and more than $1.8 million in liabilities. Its gross revenue also declined from approximately $6.8 million in 2024 to $5.9 million in 2025. The bankruptcy proceedings remain ongoing, TMZ reported.
The couple also opened the Norris Performing Arts Center in Murrieta in 2018, which offers dance, vocal, acting and musical theater training to students, according to Page Six.
According to court documents, Bridget filed for divorce on Feb. 14, 2025, listing Jan. 15, 2025, as the date of separation. Dean Norris responded to the filing in May 2025.
The couple married in October 2001 and share five children. Their divorce remains pending.
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