Terrence Howard

Actor in 'Empire' and 'Hustle & Flow'

Terrence Howard - Actor in 'Empire' and 'Hustle & Flow'
Born

March 11th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1969, an American actor and producer became recognized for roles in film and television. Featured in the movie 'Hustle & Flow', which earned an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Gained further prominence as Lucious Lyon in the television series 'Empire', which garnered significant critical acclaim and numerous award nominations. Also appeared in 'Iron Man' as James Rhodes. Earlier in career, acted in 'Crash' and 'Dead Presidents', contributing to the landscape of contemporary cinema.

Starring in 'Empire' as Lucious Lyon

Winning a Grammy for 'Hustle & Flow'

Appearing in 'Iron Man' as James Rhodes

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