Started acting at 12 years old – Bateman’s career began with commercials before moving into TV roles like Little House on the Prairie.

Youngest director in Directors Guild of America history – At just 18, he directed episodes of The Hogan Family, making him the youngest-ever DGA director.

Faced a major flop early on – His film Teen Wolf Too (1987) was both a critical and commercial failure, nearly derailing his career.

Family ties to entertainment – His father, Kent Bateman, was a film and TV director, and his sister, Justine Bateman, is also an actress.

Dropped out of high school – Bateman left school before graduating to focus on acting full-time.

Battled personal struggles – In his 20s, he faced issues with substance use, which slowed his career until he made a strong comeback in the 2000s.

Arrested Development revival boosted him – His role as Michael Bluth in Arrested Development not only revived his career but also earned him a Golden Globe.

Award-winning director – Bateman directed several episodes of Ozark and won an Emmy for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series.

Voice acting success – He voiced Nick Wilde in Disney’s Zootopia (2016), which became a global hit.

Longtime marriage – He married Amanda Anka, daughter of singer Paul Anka, in 2001, and they have two daughters.