Names/Corbin/Corbin Bernsen
EntertainmentAmerican1954 – present

Corbin Bernsen

Medical drama 'The Resident,' 'L.A. Law,' independent film producer

Biography

Corbin Bernsen (born September 7, 1954) is an American actor, producer, and playwright with a career spanning over four decades in entertainment. He is best recognized for his starring role as Dr. Conrad Hawkins in the Fox medical drama series 'The Resident' (2018-2023), which became a critical and popular success. Before this, Bernsen gained prominence in the 1980s for his recurring role on the legal drama 'L.A. Law,' and has appeared in numerous films and television series including 'Major League,' 'Psych,' and 'Veronica Mars.' Beyond acting, Bernsen has produced several independent films and written plays, establishing himself as a multi-talented creative professional. His versatility across genres—from drama to comedy to sports films—has made him a recognizable figure in American television and film. Bernsen continues to be active in the entertainment industry, maintaining a strong presence in both traditional and streaming media platforms.

The Name Corbin

Corbin represents a name that gained traction in entertainment through successful actors like Bernsen, who helped popularize the name among parents in the 1980s and beyond through his television prominence.

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Entertainment

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American

Born

1954

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Corbin

French origin

Derived from the Old French 'corbeau' meaning 'raven,' Corbin has been used as both a surname and given name since medieval times. Ravens symbolize intelligence and adaptability in many cultures, and the name gained popularity in the 1990s-2000s as part of the broader trend toward surname-as-given-names.