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In 1986, at just 13 years old, Brian Austin Green took on the role of Brian Cunningham in the soap opera 'Baywatch'. The child star remained part of the series until 1989, gaining his first experience in front of the camera. These early years laid the foundation for his later breakthrough in Hollywood.
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In 1990, Brian Austin Green first played David Silver on 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and became a teen idol practically overnight. Producer Aaron Spelling cast him because of the resemblance between the actor and the character, so Green’s own interests in hip-hop and DJing were incorporated directly into the script. The series made him one of the most recognizable faces of 1990s youth culture.
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In 1996, he dropped his middle name, Austin, and ventured into the music industry under the name Brian Green. With the album “One Stop Carnival,” produced by Slimkid3, he tried his hand at rapping—an unusual move for an established TV star. This musical foray remained a one-time chapter in his career.
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In 2000, after ten seasons, 'Beverly Hills, 90210' came to an end—and with it, Brian Austin Green’s journey as David Silver. The series finale marked the farewell to the role that had defined his career more than any other. From that point on, he explored new genres and characters beyond the world of high school drama. His appearance also evolved, as he left behind his teen idol image and embraced a more mature look.
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In 2004, Brian Austin Green met the young actress Megan Fox during a guest appearance on the sitcom 'Hope & Faith.' Their encounter on set led to a relationship that repeatedly sparked public interest in the years that followed. This new chapter in their personal lives coincided with a period in which Green was increasingly focusing his career on drama and action series.
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Between 2008 and 2009, he played the resistance fighter Derek Reese in 'Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles,' initially as a recurring character and later as a regular cast member. Positive reviews and fan reactions led to his character gaining significantly more prominence in the second season. The role showcased a more serious, action-oriented Brian Austin Green, a far cry from his Beverly Hills image.
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In 2009 and 2010, Brian Austin Green took on the role of John Corben—better known as Metallo—in the series 'Smallville.' The character of the war-traumatized reporter with cybernetic implants earned him another appearance in the superhero genre. Ultimately, due to budget constraints, a stand-in took over the role for his final appearance on the show.
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From 2012 to 2014, he was first a guest star and later a regular cast member on “Anger Management,” while also playing the bandleader Tommy on the TBS series “Wedding Band” in 2012 and 2013. These roles showcased Brian Austin Green’s versatility, as he was just as comfortable in comedy formats as he had been in drama.
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In 2020, Brian Austin Green took an unusual step away from traditional acting roles with his appearance on the fourth season of 'The Masked Singer.' That same year, he began a relationship with dancer Sharna Burgess, to whom he later became engaged. The two also danced together on the show 'Dancing with the Stars.' Both personally and professionally, the year marked a visible fresh start following the end of his marriage to Megan Fox.
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Brian Austin Green has since become a self-assured man in his mid-50s whose look bears little resemblance to that of the youthful David Silver. The former teen star has evolved into a versatile actor, musician, and reality TV contestant who has remained in the business for decades. Today, in 2026, Brian Austin Green is regarded by many as a striking example of how a child star can transform over the course of four decades. His career is also still going strong. Most recently, he appeared on camera for upcoming productions such as 'Perfectly Imperfect.'
Brian Austin Green became a teen idol for an entire generation in the 1990s as David Silver on 'Beverly Hills, 90210'. From his early days as a child actor in 'Baywatch' to becoming a recognized television star, he underwent a remarkable transformation—one that was reflected in his changing appearance throughout the years.
In 2026, Brian Austin Green looks back on a career spanning more than four decades and is a far cry from the shy teenager who captured fans’ hearts in Beverly Hills.