Celebrity actor, musician, and keynote speaker.
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Terrence Howard is a celebrated American actor, musician, and producer whose dynamic career spans film, television, and music. He first gained widespread recognition with his breakout performance in Mr. Holland’s Opus, which opened the door to a long list of critically acclaimed roles. Terrence has since starred in notable films such as Ray, Lackawanna Blues, Crash, Four Brothers, Hustle & Flow, Get Rich or Die Tryin’, Idlewild, August Rush, The Brave One, and Marvel’s Iron Man alongside Robert Downey Jr.
Terrence is widely known for his leading role as Lucious Lyon in the hit FOX series Empire, where his powerful performance helped the show become the network’s highest-rated debut in three years. Empire went on to grow its audience by 82 percent from premiere to finale, firmly establishing Terrence as a major television force.
Alongside acting, Terrence is an accomplished musician. He released his debut album Shine Through It with Columbia Records, and performed all tracks for the film Hustle & Flow, including the Academy Award-winning song It’s Hard Out Here for a Pimp.
Terrence Howard had his first major film role in Mr. Holland’s Opus which led to numerous roles in films. His movie roles include Winnie, Ray, Lackawanna Blues, Crash, Four Brothers, Hustle & Flow, Get Rich or Die Tryin’, Idlewild, August Rush, The Brave One and co-starred in Iron Man opposite Robert Downey Jr.
Terrence currently stars in the new Fox musical television series, Empire alongside long-time friend Taraji P. Henson. Empire was rated Fox’s highest-rated debut in three years and grew 82 percent in viewership from the season one premiere to the finale. The show has been renewed for a second season.
Terrence Howard released his debut album, Shine Through It in 2008 with Columbia Records. He preformed all the tracks for the movie, Hustle and Flow which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for It’s Hard Out Here For A Pimp. Terrence Howard is available for speaking engagements, endorsements, and personal appearances.
APPEARANCES: Law & Order: Los Angeles, Sparks, Street Time, Tall Hopes, Charlie Rose, Coach, Family Matters, FOX Saturday Baseball Game of the Week, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Late Show with David Letterman, Live with Kelly, Lopez Tonight, The Academy Awards, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Jay Leno Show, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, The View
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In this 3 minute and 12 second interview clip, Terrence Howard gives a humorous and candid breakdown of the moments leading up to his awkward Best Picture introduction at the 2015 Academy Awards.
In this clip from The Tonight Show, Terrence Howard sits down with Jimmy Fallon to recount, in entertaining detail, how his now-famous Oscars flub unfolded. He begins by explaining that he had taken the role of presenter very seriously, rehearsing his lines repeatedly and wanting the delivery to feel powerful and emotional. Terrence shares that he was deeply invested in the moment, hoping to create an impactful introduction rather than a routine reading.
As he describes the lead-up, he reveals that nerves and over-analysis became his downfall. He explains that while backstage he began second-guessing his performance approach, unsure whether to present with intensity, vulnerability, or dramatic flair. Terrence reenacts the internal debate he had with himself, showcasing his emotional swings and comedic exaggeration of the pressure he felt.
By the time he walked out onstage, he says he was overwhelmed, overthinking every word, and suddenly aware that millions were watching. His delivery fell apart as he stumbled through the introduction, leaving him embarrassed and frustrated. Terrence’s playful reenactments highlight both the humor and humanity of the moment, showing how even seasoned performers can freeze under scrutiny.
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