C. Thomas Howell

Actor in The Outsiders and Red Dawn

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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