Anna Gunn

Anna Gunn is example of an actress who has led a successful career on both stage and screen. She recently was in national spotlight for her Emmy Award-winning role as "Skyler White" on AMC's hit show Breaking Bad.

Born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Anna discovered acting at a young age in a drama class at the Santa Fe Preparatory School. Anna majored in theater at Northwestern University in Illinois where she had the opportunity to study abroad and to perform at the famed Royal Court Theatre in London.

Before her appearance in Breaking Bad, she portrayed a variety of complex characters both in film and on television. Her first widely known role was in 2004, when she portrayed "Martha Bullock" on HBO's seminal show, Deadwood. Since that, she has appeared on The Practice, ER, NYPD Blue, Boston Legal, Law & Order, and Seinfeld, with feature film credits including Nobody's Baby, which premiered at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival; Without Evidence, opposite Angelina Jolie; Enemy of the State, opposite Jon Voight and Will Smith; and Red State.

She is highly regarded actress of the stage as well. Gunn made her Broadway debut in 1997 alongside Roger Rees in "The Rehearsal" at the Roundabout Theater. Since that appearance, Anna went on to receive positive reviews for her turn in "Uncommon Ground" at the Northlight Theatre, and for her role opposite Jeremy Piven in Keith Reddin's "Peacekeeper" at the American Blues Theatre.

Drawing from her varied experiences in the acting business, Gunn reflects on successes and failures she faced along the way. She covers various topics ih her speeches, ranging from balancing life and career to a women's role in society, which was highlighted in her New York Times Op-ed I Have a Character Issue. With a message that appeals to audiences ranging from organizations and associations to women's groups and college students, she offers a unique presentation on the power of perseverance—and the importance of having a vision—as we strive to reach the goals we set in life.