Dan Aykroyd
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 sketc
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.
Born
Jul 01, 1952
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Known For
Acting
Movies
156 acting
25 crew
Popularity
1.9
Known For
Trading Places
1983
as Louis Winthorpe III
Ghostbusters
1984
as Ray Stantz
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
2024
as Ray Stantz
Pearl Harbor
2001
as Captain Thurman
Pixels
2015
as 1982 Championship MC
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
1984
as Art Weber
50 First Dates
2004
as Dr. Keats
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
2021
as Ray Stantz
Sneakers
1992
as Mother
Evolution
2001
as Governor Lewis
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