- This is what C. Thomas Howell looks like today
- He played "Ponyboy" in 'The Outsiders'
- He's 57 years old now
The Hollywood heartthrob who rode into our lives as "Ponyboy Curtis," C. Thomas Howell (56), has had a journey as wild as a rodeo! This former child stunt prodigy turned silver screen star is still galloping through the entertainment industry, leaving us all in awe!
"Ponyboy"s rise to fame
C. Howell, a natural-born thrill-seeker, swapped rodeo rings for the glitz of Hollywood with his breakout role in 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.' But it was his portrayal of "Ponyboy" in 'The Outsiders' that turned heads and won hearts. Directed by the legendary Francis Ford Coppola, Howell shone among a constellation of future A-listers. Little did we know, he was the set's favorite prank victim, with co-stars turning his world upside down – literally!
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The pranks and the praise
Imagine stumbling into your hotel room after a night shoot to find your bed flipped over – welcome to Howell's life on set! Yet, amidst the playful chaos, his performance snagged him the Young Artist Award for Best Young Motion Picture Actor. Talk about turning pranks into praise!
Howell's star seemed destined to skyrocket, but fate had other plans. He narrowly missed out on iconic roles like Daniel in 'The Karate Kid' and "Marty McFly" in 'Back to the Future.' But he didn't let that stop him! Howell captivated audiences as a terrorized driver in 'The Hitcher' and stirred controversy with 'Soul Man.' Off-screen, his personal life was a whirlwind of romance, marriage, and fatherhood.The comeback kid
Howell's Hollywood presence may have dimmed in the '90s, but he was far from finished. With over 200 acting credits, including roles in 'The Amazing Spider-Man' and hit TV shows like 'The Walking Dead,' Howell proved he's a force to be reckoned with. And did you know he's a voice acting virtuoso too? From "Justice League" to video games, Howell's voice has been everywhere!
Today, the actor keeps us posted on his career highlights via Instagram:
Howell's life hasn't been without its share of drama. He faced a legal battle and a life-threatening health scare that left him hospitalized. But like a true cowboy, he got back in the saddle, returning to the screen with renewed vigor.
The magic of Howell
Did you catch Howell's magical side on 'Celebracadabra'? He's not just an actor; he's a magician too! And if that's not enough, Howell's now strumming heartstrings with his country rock music. His debut single "Rose Hill" is just the beginning of this multi-talented star's new adventure.
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C. Thomas Howell, the boy who once dreamed of rodeo stardom, has lived a life as colorful as any Hollywood script. With more projects on the horizon, this unstoppable force is proving that age is just a number and that his story is far from over.
