Ron Howard

Date of Birth: March 1, 1954

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Ron Howard is an acclaimed American filmmaker and actor, known for his versatility and success in Hollywood. Born Ronald William Howard on March 1, 1954, in Duncan, Oklahoma, he began his career as a child actor. He gained prominence playing Opie Taylor on “The Andy Griffith Show” and later as Richie Cunningham on “Happy Days.” Transitioning to directing, Howard has helmed numerous successful films, including “A Beautiful Mind,” “Apollo 13,” and “The Da Vinci Code.” His work has earned him multiple awards, including an Academy Award for Best Director for “A Beautiful Mind.” Howard co-founded Imagine Entertainment with Brian Grazer, producing numerous successful films and television series.

5 Interesting Facts about Ron Howard

1. Ron Howard made his film debut at the age of 18 months in “Frontier Woman” (1956).

2. He directed his first major film, “Grand Theft Auto,” in 1977.

3. Howard has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, received in 2015.

4. He won two Academy Awards for “A Beautiful Mind” (2001) – Best Director and Best Picture.

5. Howard narrated the hit TV series “Arrested Development.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ron Howard

1. “I’ve acted with all types, I’ve directed all types. What you want to understand as a director, is that the human condition is the same, no matter what the script demands.”

2. “I think it’s really important to stay focused on the work and let the good work speak for itself.”

3. “I love the idea of a story being a living thing that you can shape and change and mold, but that still has its own identity.”

4. “You reach a point where you have to leave behind the notion that you can do everything yourself.”

5. “I don’t think you’d ever want perfection in a movie.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

$200 million

Children

Ron Howard has four children with his wife, Cheryl Alley, whom he married on June 7, 1975. Their children are: 1. Bryce Dallas Howard (born March 2, 1981) – An actress and director, known for roles in “Jurassic World” and “The Help.” 2. Jocelyn Carlyle Howard (born February 1985) – Twin of Paige, maintains a low profile. 3. Paige Howard (born February 1985) – An actress known for her work in “Adventureland” and various television shows. 4. Reed Cross Howard (born April 12, 1987) – A professional golfer.