Rance Howard, born Harold Engle Beckenholdt on November 17, 1928, was a renowned American actor who made a lasting impact on the film and television industry. With a career spanning decades, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. As the patriarch of a talented family, Howard was the proud father of actor and filmmaker Ron Howard, actor Clint Howard, and the esteemed actresses Bryce Dallas Howard and Paige Howard.
Throughout his illustrious career, Howard appeared in a diverse range of films, showcasing his remarkable versatility as an actor. Some of his most notable roles include the iconic films Cool Hand Luke (1967),Chinatown (1974),Splash (1984),Ed Wood (1994),Apollo 13 (1995),Independence Day (1996),A Beautiful Mind (2001),Cinderella Man (2005),Frost/Nixon (2008),Nebraska (2013),and Max Rose (2016).
