Ryan Hurst (born Ryan Douglas Hurst) is a respected American actor, producer, and voice artist. He gained widespread recognition for his compelling roles as Gerry Bertier in Remember the Titans and as Opie Winston in the acclaimed series Sons of Anarchy.
His imposing presence and versatile performances across television, film, and video games have made him a standout talent in Hollywood for over three decades.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Ryan Douglas Hurst
- Stage Name: Ryan Hurst
- Born: June 19, 1976
- Age: 49 years old
- Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Caucasian
- Occupation: Actor, Producer, Voice Artist
- Height: 197 cm
- Religion: Sikhism
- Parents: Rick Hurst and Candace Kaniecki
- Siblings: Collin Hurst
- Spouse: Molly Cookson
- Children: Two
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $4 million USD
Early Life and Education
Ryan Hurst was born on June 19, 1976, in Santa Monica, California, United States. He was raised by his parents, Rick Hurst and Candace Kaniecki, in a Hollywood family where his father was an actor and his mother an acting coach.
His ethnicity is Caucasian. He grew up having a half-brother, Collin Hurst. His religion is Sikhism. He attended Santa Monica High School, where he developed an interest in acting and sports, and began his professional career without pursuing a college education.
Career
Ryan Hurst began his acting career in the early 1990s with guest roles and a recurring role on Saved by the Bell: The New Class.
He rose to prominence as linebacker Gerry Bertier in the 2000 Disney film Remember the Titans. He delivered memorable performances in We Were Soldiers, The Ladykillers, and Rango as a voice actor.
Ryan earned critical acclaim and a huge fan base for portraying Harry Opie Winston in Sons of Anarchy from 2008 to 2012. He has appeared in series including Bates Motel, Outsiders, The Walking Dead as Beta, and Bosch.
He provided the voice for Thor in the God of War Ragnarök video game and continues to take on strong character roles in projects like S.W.A.T.
Hurst co-founded a production company with his wife and balances acting with producing, while maintaining a reputation for authentic, intense portrayals across genres.
Upcoming projects include Christopher Nolan’s epic The Odyssey (2026) and the lead role of Kratos in the live-action God of War series for Prime Video. He is also attached to the film And Out Comes The Wolf
Awards and Nominations
- Los Angeles Theatre Backstage West Garland Award for Best Performance in a Comedy
- Recognitions for standout roles in Sons of Anarchy and The Walking Dead
Social Media
- Instagram: @rambodonkeykong
- X(Twitter): @rambodonkeykong
Personal Life
Ryan Hurst, 49, met actress Molly Cookson in 1994 and has been married since May 2005. No other past relationships are publicly known.
The couple has two children and shares a private life together while collaborating on creative projects through their production company. He practices Sikhism and teaches yoga. His height is 197 cm.
Net Worth
Ryan Hurst’s net worth is estimated at $4 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting roles in major television series and films along with voice work in video games, producing ventures, and long-term residuals from iconic projects like Sons of Anarchy and Remember the Titans.
Filmography
- Remember the Titans
- We Were Soldiers
- The Ladykillers
- Sons of Anarchy
- Bates Motel
- Outsiders
- The Walking Dead
- God of War Ragnarök (voice)
- The Abandons
- S.W.A.T. (recurring)
- The Odyssey
- The Live Adaptation of God of War (TBA)