C. Thomas Howell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 08, 1966 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also C. Thomas Howell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring as Ponyboy Curtis in 'The Outsiders' (1983); starring in 'Red Dawn' (1984); and various roles in film and TV throughout the 1980s and beyond. |
Intro
C. Thomas Howell is an American actor and director best known for his roles in films from the 1980s, most notably 'The Outsiders' and 'Red Dawn.' His career has spanned film, television, and directing, and he has remained active in the entertainment industry for decades.
Early Life & Background
C. Thomas Howell was born to a family with entertainment industry ties—his father, Chris Howell, was a stunt coordinator and rodeo performer. Howell pursued acting at an early age, beginning with commercials and minor film roles before gaining national attention as a teenager.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Ponyboy Curtis in 'The Outsiders' (1983).
- Starred in 'Red Dawn' (1984).
- Appeared in 'The Hitcher' (1986).
- Acted in 'Soul Man' (1986).
- Has guest-starred in TV series like 'Criminal Minds' and 'Southland'.
- Worked as a director and producer on various independent projects.
Trivia
- His early background in rodeo was inspired by his father's career.
- He originally auditioned for the role of Daniel LaRusso in 'The Karate Kid.'
- Howell was only 16 when he starred in 'The Outsiders.'
FAQs
People also ask
C. Thomas Howell is 59 years old.
C. Thomas Howell was born the 8 December 1966.
Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 8th, 1966, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 8, 1966, the Outer Space Nuclear Weapons Treaty was signed, prohibiting the placement of nuclear weapons in outer space. This treaty aimed to prevent the militarization of space and promote peaceful uses of outer space. It was a significant step in international arms control efforts.
- Day of the week: December 8th, 1966 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys
- #1 UK song: Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones
- Popular movie: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Mike Nichols
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