Leonard Earl Howze

Leonard Earl Howze is an American actor known for his roles in over 20 movies and television shows. He was born on April 26, 1977, in Los Angeles, California. Howze attended the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts and graduated in 1995. He then went on to study at the State University of New York at Purchase, where he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Howze gained recognition for his portrayal of 'Dinka' in the Barbershop films, including Barbershop and Barbershop 2: Back in Business. He has also appeared in popular shows such as Kevin Can Wait and movies like Antwone Fisher, The Lone Ranger, and A Thousand Words.