C. Thomas Howell
Actor in The Outsiders and Red Dawn
Born
December 7th, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Achieved recognition for roles in 'The Outsiders' as Ponyboy Curtis and 'Red Dawn' as Matt Eckert. Directed several films and produced various projects, building a diverse filmography in both independent and mainstream cinema. Appeared in popular television series and continued to work in the entertainment industry for several decades, showcasing versatility in performance across different genres.
Portrayed Ponyboy Curtis in The Outsiders
Starred as Matt Eckert in Red Dawn
Appeared in the TV series Southland
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