C. Thomas Howell

C. Thomas Howell is an American actor, director, and producer best known for his roles in films from the 1980s and 1990s. He gained fame for his performances in "The Outsiders," where he played Ponyboy Curtis, and "Soul Man," where he portrayed a white student who pretends to be black to earn a scholarship. Howell has appeared in various movies and television shows throughout his career and has demonstrated versatility across genres. In addition to acting, he has worked in television production and has contributed to several independent film projects.