TMDb/Breaking Bad TV Bryan Cranston defends Breaking Bad's most controversial character, Skyler White, 13 years after the finale, offering a fresh perspective on her criticism. May 3, 2026 AceShowbiz - Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston recently spoke out in defense of one of the series' most controversial characters, shedding new light on the criticism she received during the show's run. Thirteen years after the finale of Breaking Bad, Cranston revisited the role of Skyler White, a character who attracted significant viewer dislike despite her complex situation.