Terrence Howard

Terrence Dashon Howard, born on March 11, 1969, is a notable American actor. He first gained significant attention with his performances in the 1995 films Dead Presidents and Mr. Holland's Opus. Howard truly entered the spotlight with a series of impactful roles in both television and film from 2004 to 2006. His portrayal in Hustle & Flow earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

Throughout his career, Howard has featured in a variety of acclaimed films including Winnie Mandela, Ray, Lackawanna Blues, Crash, Four Brothers, Big Momma's House, Get Rich or Die Tryin', Idlewild, Biker Boyz, August Rush, The Brave One, and Prisoners. He is also known for his role as James "Rhodey" Rhodes in the inaugural Iron Man movie. Furthermore, he gained widespread recognition for his lead role as Lucious Lyon in the hit television series Empire. In addition to acting, Howard ventured into music with the release of his debut album, Shine Through It, in September 2008.

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