Biografia
Howard Dell is a versatile performer and high-performance expert whose career encompasses elite sports, entertainment, and global leadership. A former Olympian and professional football and basketball player, Dell is also a seven-time World Champion, lending genuine physical authenticity and mental discipline to his on-screen roles.
After transitioning from international sports to entertainment, Dell built a career as an actor in film and television, appearing in productions such as The Young and the Restless, NCIS, and Queer as Folk, as well as numerous independent and studio projects. Known for embodying strong, authoritative, and physically grounded characters, he draws from a lifetime of elite competition and performing under pressure.
In addition to acting, Dell is a skilled speaker and thought leader. As a TEDx presenter, he delivers impactful talks on resilience, leadership, and high performance, often inspired by his experiences with professional sports, life-threatening medical challenges, and recovery. His work focuses on the connection between physical performance, mindset, and human potential.
Dell’s talents also extend to music and live performance, including collaborations and appearances with world-renowned producer David Foster, highlighting his adaptability as an entertainer.
Alongside his film and media work, Dell is a respected expert in strength and conditioning and athletic performance, having coached and developed elite athletes across multiple sports at the highest levels. This distinctive blend of elite sports experience, coaching, and performance continues to shape his work both on and off screen.
Born in Canada and operating internationally, Howard Dell embodies a unique combination of athlete, performer, and leader—bringing genuine intensity, credibility, and depth to every role he undertakes.
