Terrence Howard: ‘Ray’ (Greasy), ‘Hustle & Flow’ (Djay), ‘Empire’ (Lucious Lyon).
Films
- ShirleyArthur Hardwick Jr.2024
- The Best Man: The Final ChaptersQuentin2022
- Boo!Arthur2019
- The Best Man HolidayQuentin2013
- Lee Daniels’ The ButlerHoward2013
- Red TailsColonel A.J. Bullard2012
- PrisonersFranklin Birch2013
- Iron ManColonel James ‘Rhodey’ Rhodes2008
- August RushRichard Jeffries2007
- The Brave OneMercer2007
- Hustle & FlowDjay2005
- Four BrothersLt. Green2005
- CrashCameron Thayer2004
- RayGossie McKee2004
- The Best ManQuentin1999
- Dead PresidentsCowboy1995
TV shows
- EmpireLucious Lyon (95 episodes)2015–2020
- Law & Order: Los AngelesDistrict Attorney Jonah Dekker (1 episode)2011
- Family GuyHimself (voice, 1 episode)2010
- The PJsVarious (voice, 3 episodes)1999–2000
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About Terrence Howard
Terrence Howard is an American actor and singer, known for his commanding presence in both film and television. He rose to prominence with a series of strong performances in the mid-2000s, culminating in an Academy Award nomination. His most famous television role was as Lucious Lyon on the hit series ‘Empire’.
FAQs
For which film did Terrence Howard receive an Academy Award nomination?
He received a Best Actor nomination for his role as Djay in ‘Hustle & Flow’ (2005).
What was Terrence Howard’s role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
He played Colonel James ‘Rhodey’ Rhodes / War Machine in the first ‘Iron Man’ film (2008). He was later replaced by Don Cheadle.
What is Terrence Howard’s most famous television role?
His most famous TV role is Lucious Lyon, the record label mogul, on the Fox musical drama series ‘Empire’ (2015–2020).
Did Terrence Howard appear in any of Tyler Perry’s projects?
Yes, he co-starred in the 2024 Netflix film ‘Shirley’, a biopic about Shirley Chisholm directed by John Ridley, and has collaborated with Perry’s company on other projects.
Has Terrence Howard directed or produced any television or film?
While primarily an actor, he served as executive producer on the 2013 film ‘The Best Man Holiday’ and directed a short film called ‘The Love You Save’ in 2018.
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