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Paige Howard: Meet 'Happy Days' Actor Ron Howard's Daughter Who's Following in Dad's Footsteps
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Rebelander Basilan
Oct 28, 201907:40 P.M.
Get to know Paige Howard, the daughter of actor Ron Howard, who is following in the strides of her acclaimed father.
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Paige was born in February 1985 in Los Angeles, California, USA, as Paige Carlyle Howard. She is an actress and writer, known for "Adventureland," "The Employer," and "StalkTALK."
"My parents would constantly remind us, 'This is no piece of cake."
Paige Howard at Regent Showcase Theatre on March 6, 2012 in West Hollywood, California. | Photo: Getty Images
Paige's dad, Ron Howard, is a former actor turned director. He became a household name for playing Richie Cunningham in the sitcom "Happy Days."
Her mom is actress and writer Cheryl Howard, who is known for her work on "Splash, "Ransom," and "A Beautiful Mind."
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She has a twin sister named Jocelyn Howard, a younger brother named Reed Howard, and an older sister named Bryce Dallas Howard, who played Gwen Stacy in "Spider-Man 3."
Paige Howard and Ron Howard at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 24, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California. | Photo: Getty Images
In an interview, Paige said, "My parents would constantly remind us, 'This is no piece of cake. You need to really love acting to do it.' They didn't champion it at five years old: 'Take up the family business!'"
She added, "Bryce and I really got the bug and they're supportive. My little brother has bright red hair. People are like, 'Opie!' He was the cutest… This would have been tough for him; I'm glad he's into golf."
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Paige made her professional stage debut at the Vineyard Theatre in New York City. She played the title character in the play "Mary Rose."
Cheryl Howard, Ron Howard, and Paige Howard at iPic Theater on May 28, 2019 in New York City. | Photo: Getty Images
For her role in "The Employer," Paige won Best Supporting Actress at the Los Angeles Movie Awards in May 2013.
Paige's parents Ron and Cheryl tied the knot in June 1975. Before leaving "Happy Days" in 1980, Ron made his directing debut with the comedy/action film "Grand Theft Auto" in 1977.
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He then proceeded to direct several television films. His big break came in 1982, with "Night Shift."
Bryce Dallas Howard at Private Estate on September 28, 2019 in Pacific Palisades, California. | Photo: Getty Images
He has since directed many high-visibility films, including "Splash," "Cocoon," "Parenthood," and "Apollo 13."
In October 2008, Ron showcased the world premiere of his film "Frost/Nixon" at the 2008 London Film Festival.
He was the recipient of the Austin Film Festival's 2009 Extraordinary Contribution to Filmmaking Award.
In November 2017, Ron announced that he would be teaching his first directing class.
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