Breaking Bad Stars Before Breaking Bad

Jesse Pinkman can’t sling meth on the mean streets of Albuquerque without the most important meal of the day. That’s breakfast, yo. And how do think Walter White maintains the energy to cook his potent blue brew while undergoing radiation treatment? Carnation Coffeemate, of course.

The stars of “Breaking Bad” honed their acting chops in commercials, comedies, and even children’s television before landing roles on the AMC cult hit. Take a flip through the video gallery for clips that include Giancarlo Esposito (“Gus Fring”) donning tube socks on “Sesame Street” and a very special 1970s PSA about that time of the month featuring the talents of Jonathan Banks (“Mike Ehrmantraut”).

Bonus factoid: A whopping five “Breaking Bad” actors appeared on “Seinfeld.” Name them in the comments and we’ll give you a virtual high-five.