Dana Ashbrook

Dana Ashbrook

Biography

Dana Vernon Ashbrook is an American actor best known for his role as Bobby Briggs in David Lynch's television series "Twin Peaks" (1990-1991) and its revival "Twin Peaks: The Return" (2017). He was born in San Diego, California on May 24, 1967.

Ashbrook began his acting career in the 1980s with small roles in television shows. His breakthrough came with "Twin Peaks," where he played the troubled teenager Bobby Briggs, a character who evolved from a rebellious high school student to a deputy sheriff in the later series.

Beyond "Twin Peaks," Ashbrook has appeared in various TV shows and movies, including:

"Crisis" (1995)

"The Kill Point" (2007)

"White Collar"

"The Following"

"Chicago P.D."

He has maintained a steady acting career, primarily in television, though his role as Bobby Briggs remains his most recognized work.

🎬 Movies Featuring Dana Ashbrook

kid 90

kid 90 (2021)

as Self (archive footage)
Getting Grace

Getting Grace (2018)

as Ron Christopher
Restraint

Restraint (2017)

as Jeff Burroughs
Python 2

Python 2 (2002)

as Dwight Stoddard
Angels Don't Sleep Here

Angels Don't Sleep Here (2002)

as Michael / Jessie Daniels
New Alcatraz

New Alcatraz (2001)

as Kelly Mitich
Kisses in the Dark

Kisses in the Dark (1998)

as Ray (The Coriolis Effect)
Ghost Dad

Ghost Dad (1990)

as Tony Ricker
Twin Peaks

Twin Peaks (1989)

as Bobby Briggs
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes!

Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! (1978)

as Boy on Boat (Uncredited)