Eric Winter is an American actor and former model who has a net worth estimated to be $7 million as of 2025. He is best known for his role on ABC’s The Rookie as Sergeant Tim Bradford. Winter has built up a long career in Hollywood, starting out in soap operas, primetime dramas, TV movies, and feature films. Along with his wife, actress Roselyn Sanchez, Winter is a household name, both in film and television.
Background & Upbringing Eric Barrett Winter was born in La Mirada, California, on July 17, 1976, and attended school in the next town over, La Puente. He attended Los Altos High School and then graduated from UCLA with a degree in psychology. During this time, he began modeling to partially finance his tuition, unaware that it would lead him to a career in the industry.
Career—Modeling (Notable Work)
Winter soon made a name for himself in the modeling and fashion industry, working with brands like Tommy Hilfiger and appearing in various advertisements. Winter starred in one of Britney Spears’ first commercials for her fragrance, Curious, which also helped him gain fame with a larger audience. Winter made his acting debut in 1999 through guest roles in Profiler, Undressed, and The Parkers. He landed his breakout role in 2002 when he joined Days of Our Lives as Rex Brady, a role that he kept until 2005. In the meantime, his television career continued to take off:
Brothers & Sisters (2007-2008): Recurring role of Jason McCallister
Moonlight (2008): Took on “Detective Eric Winters”
The Mentalist (2010-2012): Recurring role of FBI agent Craig O’Laughlin
Witches of East End (2013-2014): Starring role as Dr. Dash Gardiner
The Good Doctor (2017-2018): Guest role
The Rookie (2018-present): His most recognized role, Sergeant Tim Bradford, is his most recognizable. He also reprised the role of Tim Bradford in The Rookie: Feds (2022).
Winter has also acted in some Hallmark Channel go-to’s—Finding Santa and Taste of Summer—to show he has range that also spans romantic comedy.
Film Career
While he primarily works in television, Winter’s resume also includes some film work:
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay (2008)
The Ugly Truth (2009)—opposite Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler
Fire with Fire (2012)—action thriller
Comet (2014)—a romantic dramedy that starred Justin Long, and Emmy Rossum
Other Work
In 2013, Winter voiced & did motion capture as CIA Agent Ryan Clayton in the video game Beyond: Two Souls, opposite Ellen Page (now Elliot Page) and Willem Dafoe.
Personal Life
Eric Winter was married to actress Allison Ford from 2001 to 2005, but they divorced. He began a relationship with Puerto Rican actress, singer, and model Roselyn Sanchez. The couple married in 2008 (San Juan, Puerto Rico), and they have 2 children—a daughter, Sebella, and a son, Dylan.
FAQ about Eric Winter
What is Eric Winter’s net worth?
Eric Winter is estimated to have a net worth of $7 million (combined with his wife, Roselyn Sanchez). As of 2025
What is Eric Winter best known for?
He is best known for playing Sergeant Tim Bradford in the ABC drama The Rookie.
Has Eric Winter acted in movies?
Yes. His film credits include The Ugly Truth, Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay, and Comet.
Who is Eric Winter married to?
He is married to Puerto Rican actress and singer Roselyn Sanchez.
Does Eric Winter have children?
Yes, he has two children (Sebella, a daughter, and Dylan, a son) with Sanchez. CHECKMARK This iteration is SEO optimized, reader friendly, and search ranking structured, while emphasizing his successes for both work and personal life.
