Terrence Dashon Howard (born March 11, 1969) is an American actor. Having his first major roles in the 1995 films Dead Presidents and Mr. Holland's Opus, Howard broke into the mainstream with a succession of television and cinema roles between 2004 and 2006. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Hustle & Flow. Howard has had prominent roles in many other movies, including Winnie Mandela, Ray, Lackawanna Blues, Crash, Four Brothers, Big Momma's House, Get Rich or
Did you know that Terrence Howard claims to have developed his own form of mathematics and universal theories, which he calls 'Terryology'?
His role as Djay in the 2005 film Hustle & Flow is widely considered his career-defining performance. Howard earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, showcasing his talent as both an actor and a singer in the gritty drama.
Terrence Howard's legacy is marked by his intense, often vulnerable portrayals of complex characters, leaving an indelible mark on both film and television for over two decades.
Also known as: T. Howard, Ter Howard