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Eddie Cibrian

Eddie Cibrian is an American actor best known for television roles in *Sunset Beach*, *Third Watch*, *Invasion*, and *CSI: Miami*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Eddie Cibrian is an American actor best known for television roles in *Sunset Beach*, *Third Watch*, *Invasion*, and *CSI: Miami*. He was born on June 16, 1973, in Burbank, California, and has been active in film and television since 1993.

Early life and background

Eddie Cibrian was born Edward Carl Cibrian in Burbank, California, on June 16, 1973. Sources identify him as an American actor of Cuban descent.

Acting career

Cibrian began acting in the early 1990s and became widely known for television roles in *Sunset Beach* and *Third Watch*. He later appeared in series including *Invasion* and *CSI: Miami*, along with film roles such as *The Cave* and *The Best Man Holiday*.

Personal life

Cibrian married Brandi Glanville in 2001 and the marriage ended in divorce in 2010. He married singer LeAnn Rimes in 2011.

Family

He has two sons with Brandi Glanville, Mason Edward and Jake Austin. Public sources consistently identify him as the father of two children.

Key facts

  • American actor known for roles in *Sunset Beach*, *Third Watch*, *Invasion*, and *CSI: Miami*.
  • Born in Burbank, California, on June 16, 1973.
  • Married to LeAnn Rimes; previously married to Brandi Glanville.
  • Has two sons with Brandi Glanville.
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Canadian context

Eddie Cibrian is known to Canadian readers through widely distributed American television series and films that have aired or streamed in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Eddie Cibrian?
Eddie Cibrian is an American actor known for television roles in *Sunset Beach*, *Third Watch*, *Invasion*, and *CSI: Miami*.
How old is Eddie Cibrian?
He was born on June 16, 1973.
What is Eddie Cibrian known for?
He is best known for playing Cole Deschanel on *Sunset Beach* and Jimmy Doherty on *Third Watch*.
Who is Eddie Cibrian married to?
He is married to singer LeAnn Rimes. He was previously married to Brandi Glanville.
What happened to Eddie Cibrian?
He remains active as an actor.
Does Eddie Cibrian have children?
Yes. He has two children, both sons, with his former wife Brandi Glanville.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Cibrian
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, occupation, years active, spouses, children, and best-known roles.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004827/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, spouse information, children, and acting credits.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/eddie-cibrian/
    Supports: Birth date, age, birthplace, occupation, and spouse information.
  4. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/eddie-cibrian/
    Supports: Career overview, marriage history, and children.
  5. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/eddie-cibrian/umc.cpc.ohgjajjan4tpl2xjzmlq4yiq
    Supports: Representative television roles including Sunset Beach, Third Watch, Invasion, CSI: Miami, and Take Two.