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Dan Aykroyd
AKA: Elwood · Daniel Edward Aykroyd · Danny Aykroyd · 댄 애크로이드 · 丹·艾克洛德
Acting
Born: 1952
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
29 Global Credits
🔥 1.6 Popularity
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Biography
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 sketches like "The Blues Brothers" with Belushi and "Two Wild and Crazy Guys" with Steve Martin. The success of "The Blues Brothers" sketch led to a full-length feature in 1980, with Aykroyd writing and producing the movie soundtrack, defying the disco and punk era.
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.
In 1975, Aykroyd joined "Saturday Night Live" as a founding member of the "Not Ready For Prime Time Players," crafting iconic sketches like "The Blues Brothers" with Belushi and "Two Wild and Crazy Guys" with Steve Martin. The success of "The Blues Brothers" sketch led to a full-length feature in 1980, with Aykroyd writing and producing the movie soundtrack, defying the disco and punk era.
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.
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| Show / Title | Year | Credit / Role |
|---|---|---|
| The Tom Green Farm | 2026 | Self |
| The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd | 2023 | Self - Host |
| The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd | 2023 | Executive Producer |
| Hotel Paranormal | 2020 | Contributor |
| Reunited Apart | 2020 | Self |
| Biography: Comedy Icons | 2019 | Self |
| The Conners | 2018 | Buddy |
| Workin' Moms | 2017 | Kate's Dad (voice) |
| Jay Leno's Garage | 2015 | Self |
| The Seventies | 2015 | Self (archive footage) |
| Late Night with Seth Meyers | 2014 | Self - Guest |
| The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | 2014 | Self |
| Inside Comedy | 2012 | Self |
| The Fran Drescher Show | 2010 | Contributor |
| The Defenders | 2010 | Judge Max Hunter |
| According to Jim | 2001 | Danny Michalski |
| Psi Factor: Chronicles of the Paranormal | 1996 | Self - Host |
| The Nanny | 1993 | Repairman (uncredited) |
| Late Night with Conan O'Brien | 1993 | Self - Guest |
| The Tonight Show with Jay Leno | 1992 | Contributor |
| Home Improvement | 1991 | Mike Weber |
| The Simpsons | 1989 | Postage Stamp Fellow (voice) |
| Tales from the Crypt | 1989 | Captain Milligan |
| American Masters | 1986 | Julia Child (archive footage) |
| MTV Video Music Awards | 1984 | Self - Host |
| Saturday Night Live | 1975 | Self - Various Characters |
| Saturday Night Live | 1975 | Writer |
| Dinah! | 1974 | Self |
| Golden Globe Awards | 1944 | Self - Presenter |