Bryce Dallas Howard

Bryce Dallas Howard, born in 1981, is the eldest child of director Ron Howard, whose industry connections facilitated her early career. After studying at NYU Tisch, she rose to prominence in M. Night Shyamalan’s “The Village” and “Lady in the Water,” following a stage role in “As You Like It.” Her performance in Kenneth Branagh’s film adaptation earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Subsequent roles in “Spider-Man 3,” “Terminator Salvation,” and “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” solidified her status as a versatile actress. She furthered her range with roles in “The Help,” “50/50,” “Pete’s Dragon,” and “Rocketman,” before gaining critical acclaim for her portrayal of Claire Dearing in the Jurassic World franchise. Beyond acting, she has directed the documentary “Dads” and helmed episodes of Disney+ series “The Mandalorian” and “The Book of Boba Fett.”