C. Thomas Howell
🔥 TrendingChristopher Thomas Howell (born December 7, 1966), usually credited as C. Thomas Howell, is an American actor and film director. He starred in the films The Outsiders as Ponyboy Curtis and in The Hitcher as Jim Halsey. He has appeared in Soul Man, Red Dawn, Secret Admirer, Gettysburg, H. G. Wells' War of the Worlds, The Day the Earth Stopped and Gods and Generals. Howell was born in the Van Nuys neighborhood of Los Angeles to Christopher N. and Candice Howell. He has three siblings. His father
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Facts about C. Thomas Howell
Did you know that C. Thomas Howell's early career involved extensive training as a stunt performer under his father, a renowned stunt coordinator?
- He was a competitive bareback bronc rider as a child, competing in rodeos from the age of seven.
- His father, Christopher N. Howell, was a stunt coordinator and martial artist, training C. Thomas in stunts early on.
- He reportedly lived at Francis Ford Coppola's home for several months during the audition process for 'The Outsiders'.
- Howell directed several films, including 'The Land That Time Forgot' (2009) and 'The Day the Earth Stopped' (2008).
- He sang the theme song, 'Soul Man', for his 1986 film of the same name.
His portrayal of Ponyboy Curtis in Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 adaptation of 'The Outsiders' remains his most iconic role, launching him into teen idol status. This performance captured the vulnerability and resilience of the character, resonating deeply with a generation of viewers and solidifying his place in cinematic history.
Howell's lasting impact stems from his definitive roles in 80s youth-oriented films, particularly 'The Outsiders', which defined an era and showcased his early talent. He has maintained a consistent and versatile career across acting and directing.