The Cast of Dexter: Where Are They Now?

It has been two decades since the premiere of the crime drama "Dexter," which followed the life of Dexter Morgan, a Miami police forensics technician who leads a double life as a serial killer targeting other murderers. The original eight-season series aired from 2006 to 2013 and was based on Jeff Lindsay's novel "Darkly Dreaming Dexter."

Since the conclusion of the original run, the "Dexter" franchise has expanded with several new series, including "Dexter: New Blood" (2021-2022), "Dexter: Resurrection" (scheduled for July 2025), and the prequel "Dexter: Original Sin" (December 2024 - February 2025).

Michael C. Hall (Dexter Morgan)

Following his iconic role, Michael C. Hall, 55, starred in the Netflix miniseries "Safe" as a widowed surgeon. He also made a guest appearance on "The Crown" as John F. Kennedy and lent his voice to characters in "Star v the Forces of Evil." His most recent on-screen appearance was a cameo in the comedy film "Game Night." Hall returned to the stage, performing on Broadway in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" and "The Realistic Joneses." He is also the lead vocalist for the electronic rock band Princess Goes. Hall has been married to his third wife, Morgan McGregor, since 2016. He previously battled Hodgkin’s lymphoma, undergoing treatment in 2010 and subsequently entering remission.

Jennifer Carpenter (Debra Morgan)

Before her role as Dexter's sister, Jennifer Carpenter, 46, appeared in the 2004 film "White Chicks." After "Dexter," she featured in TV shows such as "Limitless" and "The Enemy Within." She also lent her voice to characters in "Robot Chicken" and the video game "The Evil Within." In 2025, Carpenter took on a recurring role as Mamie Fossett in the Western drama series "1923." She has a son, Isaac, with Seth Avett, whom she married in 2016.

David Zayas (Angel Batista)

David Zayas, 64, continued to build his acting career after "Dexter" with roles in "Gotham," "Bloodline," "Shut Eye," and "Blue Bloods." He also appeared in the films "Force of Nature" and the 2014 remake of "Annie," as well as the 2021 film "R#J." Zayas reprised his role as Detective Angel Batista in "Dexter: New Blood" and "Dexter: Resurrection." He is married to Liza Colón-Zayas, and they have a son.

James Remar (Harry Morgan)

James Remar, 72, who played Dexter's adoptive father, later appeared in "Black Lightning" and guest-starred on "The Shannara Chronicles," "Gotham," and "The Path." His film credits include "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and "The Blackcoat's Daughter." Remar also reprised his role as Harry Morgan in "Dexter: Resurrection." In 2024, he received a SAG Award for his role in "Oppenheimer." He has been married to Atsuko Remar since 1984 and has two children.

C.S. Lee (Vince Masuka)

C.S. Lee, 54, has remained active in television, appearing in "True Detective," "Power," "Sneaky Pete," and "Chicago Med." He has also worked as an associate producer on the films "Love & Busking" and "Ms. Purple." Lee provided voice acting for characters in the video game "The Secret World." He married Lara Cho in 2009 and they have three children.

Julie Benz (Rita Bennett)

Julie Benz, 54, portrayed Rita Bennett until her character's death in season four. Her subsequent television roles include "Defiance," "Hawaii Five-0," "No Ordinary Family," and "On Becoming a God in Central Florida." She also appeared in films such as "Nocturne," "Havenhurst," and "Circle." Benz co-founded Core X Wellness Club, a platform focused on empowering women in midlife. She married Rich Orosco in 2012. Benz has spoken about the challenges of her divorce, emphasizing its importance for her personal well-being, and expressed disappointment at not being included in the "Dexter" reboot.

Lauren Vélez (Maria LaGuerta)

After her role as Captain Maria LaGuerta, Lauren Vélez, 61, has had a successful acting career with recurring roles in "How to Get Away with Murder," "South of Hell," and "MacGyver." She has also appeared in "Madam Secretary" and "Elementary," and in films including "The First Purge," "Shaft," and "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse." Vélez also produced and starred in the film "America Adrift" and recently debuted her independent film "I'm Not Her." She was married to Mark Gordon from 1993 to 2015.

Erik King (James Doakes)

Erik King, 63, known for his role as Sergeant James Doakes, has appeared in "The Oath," "Banshee," "The Detour," and "The Good Fight." His film credits include "Vox Lux" and "The Tank." King reprised his role in the "Dexter: Resurrection" series, expressing surprise and honor at being asked back.