Scott Bakula's Full Biography
Scott Bakula’s longevity, ingenuity, and creativity are what separates him from other actors of the same age. He first began his career on stage starring in many stage performances such as those on Broadway including his debut performance as Joe DiMaggio in Marilyn: An American Fable. Eventually, he would star in other onstage and offstage performances, leading him to pursue show business further in Los Angeles. With a number of small roles that he was able to secure in LA, Scott Bakula would then come back to New York where he would finally take a role that would land him more success, this time in the sci-fi TV series Quantum Leap, where he plays the role Dr. Sam Beckett who travels back and forth in time to change the course of events of particular historic events.
Aside from this successful stint in Quantum Leap, Scott Bakula was given the role of the iconic Captain Jonathan Archer in Star Trek: Enterprise. Other roles soon got him more praises and success than ever. Another notable role was his role as the father of the protagonist Chuck in the TV series Chuck. He didn’t stop there as he was able to secure other TV roles such as Special Agent Dwayne Cassius "King" Pride in NCIS: New Orleans.
Scott Bakula on the set of NCIS: New Orleans
How old is Scott Bakula?
Scott Bakula was born on October 9, 1954. He turns 69 years old in 2021.
What did Scott Bakula play in?
Scott Bakula played in a number of TV shows. The most highly recognized include his roles as Dr. Sam Beckett in Quantum Leap and Captain Jonathan Archer in Star Trek: Enterprise.
What ethnicity is Scott Bakula?
Scott Bakula was born in St. Louis, Missouri. His nationality is American, but his ethnicity and last name are Czech. Bakula translates to “stick” in literal translation from Czech to English.
How tall is Scott Bakula and how much does he weigh?
Scott Bakula stands 6 feet or 180 cm tall, and he weighs around 185 pounds (83 kg).
What is Scott Bakula’s estimated net worth?
Scott Bakula’s estimated net worth is around $10 million.
Is Scott Bakula single or married?
Scott Bakula has been married twice; the first was with Krista Neumann that lasted 14 years, from 1981 to 1994. He remarried in 1999, this time with actress Chelsea Field.
Scott Bakula talks about NCIS: New Orleans & his family
How many kids does Scott Bakula have?
Scott Bakula has two children with his first wife. He also has another two with his current wife, Chelsea Field.