Leonard Earl Howze made his feature film debut in the box office hit, 'Barbershop', which catapulted him to stardom. He later reprised his role in the film's sequel, 'Barbershop 2: Back in Business', solidifying his position in the entertainment industry.
Currently, he stars on the CBS sitcom, 'Kevin Can Wait', showcasing his versatility as a comedic actor. He also stars in the Netflix action/comedy, 'The True Memoirs of an International Assassin', demonstrating his range as a performer.
Most recently, he starred in the gripping indie drama, 'Live Cargo', which received widespread acclaim at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival. He also appears in the independent film, 'Brave New Jersey', which will premiere at the 2016 Austin Film Festival, further expanding his repertoire.
His impressive film credits include 'Antwone Fisher', 'The Ringer', 'A Thousand Words', 'The Lone Ranger', and 'Faults', solidifying his status as a talented actor. In addition to his film work, he has also made notable television appearances, including a series regular role as 'Reginald Greenback' in TNT's 'Memphis Beat', and guest-starring roles in 'Masters of Sex', 'Shameless', 'NCIS', 'My Name is Earl', among many others.
Leonard Earl Howze received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theater Arts from SUNY Purchase, where he honed his craft. He is also an alumnus of the renowned Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, further emphasizing his dedication to the performing arts.
A native of Los Angeles, he still calls the city home, where he continues to pursue his passion for acting and storytelling.
