its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. Please improve this article by introducing more precise citations where appropriate. (November 2009) Clint Howard Born Clinton Howard April 20, 1959 (1959-04-20) (age 51) Burbank, California, U.S. Occupation Actor Years active 1962–present Spouse 1st wife (1986–1987; divorced) Melanie Howard (1995–present) Clinton "Clint" Howard (born April 20, 1959) is an American film and television actor. He is a character actor with numerous brief appearances on television and films, usually noted for his unusual appearance. He has played many bit parts in movies directed by his brother, actor-turned-director Ron Howard. He is also the uncle of actress Bryce Dallas Howard..