John Ross Bowie – Then
John Ross Bowie is an American actor who is best known for playing the character of Barry Kripke, a recurring character in the series who is a brilliant but socially awkward scientist at Caltech, where the main characters also work. Kripke is often portrayed as Sheldon Cooper’s rival, and the two frequently clash over scientific theories and experiments. Bowie’s performance as Kripke was praised for his ability to bring humor to the character’s quirks and idiosyncrasies.
John Ross Bowie – Now
Beyond The Big Bang Theory, Bowie has had numerous other roles in both television and film. He has appeared in shows like Speechless, Veep, and CSI: Miami, and in films such as What the #$*! Do We (K)now!? and The Heat. In addition to his acting work, Bowie is also a writer and has contributed to the writing for various television shows, including The Big Bang Theory itself.