Clint Howard

Clint Howard is recognized as a prolific character actor in the film and television industry, with a career spanning more than six decades and over 200 credits. Howard began his career at age 2, appearing in five episodes of "The Andy Griffith Show," which starred his older brother, Ron Howard. He played Leon, a toddler in a cowboy outfit who wandered around Mayberry and silently offered people a bite of his sandwich. Howard's early roles included guest appearances on several series, such as "The Fugitive," "Bonanza," and "Star Trek." At age 8, he starred in his own CBS series, playing Mark Wedloe in "Gentle Ben," alongside Dennis Weaver.

Howard transitioned to adult roles with appearances in films such as "The Rocketeer," "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery," "The Waterboy," and "Apollo 13." He has appeared in 17 films directed by Ron Howard, including "Old Paint," "Apollo 13," "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," and "Cinderella Man." Howard also appeared in "Solo: A Star Wars Story."

Howard is one of few actors to have appeared in five generations of the "Star Trek" franchise, with roles in "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds," "Star Trek: Discovery," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," "Star Trek: Enterprise," and "Star Trek: The Original Series." In "The Original Series," he portrayed the alien Balok in "The Corbomite Maneuver." His work in science fiction and genre films includes roles in "Frost/Nixon," the Austin Powers trilogy, "The Waterboy," "The Rocketeer," "Tango and Cash," and Disney's "The Jungle Book."

At the MTV Movie Awards, Howard received a Lifetime Achievement Award. He has also appeared on the CBS soap "The Bold and the Beautiful" as Tom Starr, a role that earned him a Daytime Emmy nomination. His projects include the horror sequel "Terrifier 3."

Ron Howard and Clint Howard co-authored the memoir "The Boys: A Memoir of Hollywood and Family," which explores their experiences growing up in the entertainment industry. Clint Howard's career demonstrates a sustained presence in film, television, and science fiction, marked by versatility and commitment to his craft.