Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Sunday)
Height
208 cm (6'9")
Nationality
Weight
125 kg (276 lbs)
Religion
Christianity
Languages
English
Sibling
Jahaziel Howard
Residences
Atlanta
Education
Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
Popularity
Tier A -- 69,448 Wikipedia views/month
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Notable
At 208cm (82in), one of the tallest acting professionals in A-tier
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 24
Year context
Born in 1985 -- Gorbachev becomes Soviet leader; Live Aid concerts; Ronald Reagan was US president
Year 1985 →
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Ox
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Human Impact
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Innovation
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Giving
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
18
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Filmography (2)
AWARDS (5)
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Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
2025
WON
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NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award
2011
WON
B
NBA All-Defensive Team
2009
WON
B
All-NBA Team
2008
WON
Biography
Dwight David Howard II (born December 8, 1985) is an American former professional basketball player. Nicknamed "Superman" for his athletic prowess, he is an NBA champion, eight-time All-Star, eight-time All-NBA Team honoree, five-time All-Defensive Team member, and three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Howard, who played the center position, spent his high school career at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy. He chose to forgo college, entered the 2004 NBA draft, and was selected first overall by the Orlando Magic. Howard set numerous franchise and league records with the Magic and led the team to the 2009 NBA Finals. In 2012, after eight seasons with Orlando, Howard was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, with whom he spent three separate one-year stints and won an NBA championship in 2020. He has also played for the Houston Rockets, the Atlanta Hawks, the Charlotte Hornets, the Washington Wizards, and the Philadelphia 76ers. He was elected twice to the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame as an individual player and member of the 2008 Olympics Redeem Team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Dwight Howard?
Dwight Howard is 40 years old, born on .
Where was Dwight Howard born?
Dwight Howard was born in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
What movies or shows has Dwight Howard been in?
Dwight Howard has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include Free Birds (2013), Just Wright (2010).
What is Dwight Howard known for?
Dwight Howard is primarily known as an actor. Dwight David Howard II (born December 8, 1985) is an American former professional basketball player. Nicknamed "Superman" for his athletic prowess, he is an NBA…
Where can I find more information about Dwight Howard?
You can find more about Dwight Howard on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
