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Learn about Dan Aykroyd, a Canadian and American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. He is best known for his roles in Saturday Night Live, Ghostbusters, The Blues Brothers, and more.
Dan Aykroyd. Writer: Ghostbusters. Daniel Edward Aykroyd was born on July 1, 1952 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, to Lorraine Hélène (Gougeon), a secretary from a French-Canadian family, and Samuel Cuthbert Peter Hugh Aykroyd, a civil engineer who advised prime minister Pierre Trudeau.
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Learn about the life and career of Dan Aykroyd, a Canadian actor, comedian, writer and producer. Find out his birth date, family, awards, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- July 1, 1952
Dan 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.
Jun 10, 2021 · From his interest in the paranormal to his discussions about mental health to his anti-racism advocacy, the untold truth of Dan Aykroyd is as intriguing as his filmography. He originally...
Mar 16, 2023 · Behind Dan Aykroyd's amazing impersonations and sketches is the story of a musician and writer with intense fascinations with UFOs, ghosts, and police.
Mar 22, 2024 · In his long and storied career, Dan Aykroyd, 71, has been a Conehead, a Blues Brother, and, of course, a Ghostbuster—not to mention an Oscar-nominated actor, comedian, screenwriter, director,...