73
Years
150
Movies
44
TV Shows
8.4
Rating
Daniel Edward Aykroyd, born in Ottawa, initially pursued studies in psychology, criminal sociology, and political science at Carleton University, where his comedy journey took off. He co-wrote sketches for a private cable company, igniting his passion for acting. At 20, he joined The Second City comedy troupe in Chicago and Toronto, marking the start of his career.
73
Years Old
150
Movies
44
TV Shows
8.4
Avg Rating
Daniel Edward Aykroyd, born in Ottawa, initially pursued studies in psychology, criminal sociology, and political science at Carleton University, where his comedy journey took off. He co-wrote sketches for a private cable company, igniting his passion for acting. At 20, he joined The Second City comedy troupe in Chicago and Toronto, marking the start of his career.
2014
Daniel Edward Aykroyd, born in Ottawa, initially pursued studies in psychology, criminal sociology, and political science at Carleton University, where his comedy journey took off. He co-wrote sketches for a private cable company, igniting his passion for acting. At 20, he joined The Second City comedy troupe in Chicago and Toronto, marking the start of his career.
In 1975, Aykroyd joined "Saturday Night Live" as a founding member of the "Not Ready For Prime Time Players," crafting iconic sketches like "The Blues Brothers" with Belushi and "Two Wild and Crazy Guys" with Steve Martin. The success of "The Blues Brothers" sketch led to a full-length feature in 1980, with Aykroyd writing and producing the movie soundtrack, defying the disco and punk era.
His versatile talent shines in roles like Dr. Ray Stantz in "Ghostbusters," Jessica Tandy’s son in "Driving Miss Daisy," a single father in "My Girl," and an assassin in "Grosse Pointe Blank," showcasing both comedic and dramatic prowess.
Gender
Male
Birthday
July 1, 1952
Birthplace
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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1984
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1984
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
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Pearl Harbor
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The Things We Did Last Summer
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50 First Dates
2004
Sneakers
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Casper
1995
Bright Young Things
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Feeling Minnesota
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Antz
1998
My Girl
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1989
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2014
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Saturday Night Live
1975
Saturday Night Live
1975
Saturday Night Live
1975
Saturday Night Live
1975
Golden Globe Awards
1944
Home Improvement
1991
According to Jim
2001
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992
Tales from the Crypt
1989
MTV Video Music Awards
1984
Workin' Moms
2017
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The Conners
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