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Taylor Dearden

Taylor Dearden Cranston is an American actress and director known for roles in television series including *Sweet/Vicious*, *American Vandal*, and *The Pitt*.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Taylor Dearden Cranston is an American actress and director best known for her roles in *The Pitt*, *Sweet/Vicious*, and *American Vandal*.

What it is

Taylor Dearden Cranston (born February 12, 1993, in Los Angeles) is an actress and director. She graduated from the University of Southern California in 2015 with a theatre degree. Her early screen work includes a role in *Breaking Bad* in 2010.

Key details

Dearden gained wider recognition for playing Ophelia in MTV's *Sweet/Vicious* and Chloe Lyman in Netflix's *American Vandal* (season 2). Her most prominent role is Dr. Melissa "Mel" King in HBO Max's medical drama *The Pitt*. She is the daughter of actors Bryan Cranston and Robin Dearden.

Why it matters

Dearden has built a steady television career across drama and comedy, with roles that highlight her range. Her family background is often noted in media, but her work on *The Pitt* and other series has established her as a performer in her own right.

In short

  • American actress and director known for *The Pitt*, *Sweet/Vicious*, and *American Vandal*.
  • Born February 12, 1993, in Los Angeles; graduated USC in 2015 with a theatre degree.
  • Daughter of actors Bryan Cranston and Robin Dearden.
  • Early screen appearance in *Breaking Bad* (2010).
Canadian angle

No direct Canada-specific connection is established in the available sources, though her television work may be available to Canadian audiences through international streaming platforms.

Quick questions

Who is Taylor Dearden?
Taylor Dearden is an American actress and director known for television roles in *The Pitt*, *Sweet/Vicious*, and *American Vandal*.
When was Taylor Dearden born?
She was born on February 12, 1993.
Who are Taylor Dearden’s parents?
Her parents are actors Bryan Cranston and Robin Dearden.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taylor_Dearden
    Supports: Birth date, birth name, birthplace, occupation, notable roles including *The Pitt*, *Sweet/Vicious*, and *American Vandal*.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3846175/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, and credits including *The Pitt*, *Breaking Bad*, and *Sweet/Vicious*.
  3. People — https://people.com/all-about-bryan-cranston-daughter-8551277
    Supports: Parentage, USC graduation in 2015, and discussion of her role in *The Pitt*.
  4. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/taylor-dearden/
    Supports: American actress/director description, role in *The Pitt*, USC theatre degree, and earlier roles.