C. Thomas Howell

Date of Birth: December 7, 1966

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

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Biography

Christopher Thomas Howell, known professionally as C. Thomas Howell, is an American actor and director. Born on December 7, 1966, in Van Nuys, California, Howell began his career as a child actor. His father was a stunt coordinator and rodeo performer, which exposed Howell to the entertainment industry at an early age. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Ponyboy Curtis in the 1983 film adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s novel “The Outsiders,” directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Following “The Outsiders,” Howell starred in several successful films throughout the 1980s, including “Red Dawn,” “Secret Admirer,” and “Soul Man.” He continued to work steadily in both film and television, transitioning from teen heartthrob roles to more complex characters as he matured. Howell has also ventured into directing, with several films to his credit. In addition to his career in film and television, Howell has appeared in various stage productions and has been involved in producing and writing. He remains active in the industry and continues to be a beloved figure for fans of 1980s cinema.

5 Interesting Facts about C. Thomas Howell

1. C. Thomas Howell is an accomplished stuntman, having followed in his father’s footsteps in the stunt industry.

2. He made his film debut in Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (1982), playing a minor role as one of Elliott’s friends.

3. Howell won a Young Artist Award for Best Young Motion Picture Actor in a Feature Film for his role in “The Outsiders.”

4. He played the role of a controversial character in the film “Soul Man” (1986), which sparked significant discussions on race and identity.

5. Howell has appeared in various popular TV series, including “Criminal Minds,” “Southland,” and “The Walking Dead.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from C. Thomas Howell

1. “I think the hardest part for me was the transition from child actor to adult actor.”

2. “I’ve been extremely lucky to do all the things that I’ve done.”

3. “I love the process of filmmaking and storytelling.”

4. “You have to be willing to take risks and make bold choices.”

5. “Acting is about finding the truth in every moment.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by C. Thomas Howell is estimated to be around $4 million.

Children

C. Thomas Howell has three children: Isabelle Howell, Dashiell Howell, and Liam Howell. He was married to actress Rae Dawn Chong from 1989 to 1990 and later to Sylvie Anderson from 1992 to 2016, with whom he had his children.