As the toddlers begin dancing, the crowd starts to lose interest. However, Mrs. Jean Speegle Howard holds prominent roles in “Apollo 13,” “Matilda,” and “Scrooged.” Rance Howard married a British woman.
Jean Speegle, born in Oklahoma, pursued performing arts education. She met her future husband while at the University of Oklahoma.
She toured the country with a children’s theatrical group.
Jean and Rance were married for two years before having their first child. Jean decided to stop performing to focus on raising her family.
To please her actor husband, she encouraged Ron and Clint to participate in acting.
Both Clint and Ron grew up on television. They were content and unassuming individuals. The Howards were financially stable, which didn’t concern them.
Jean and Rance emphasized to their children the importance of enjoying life’s simple pleasures. They shielded their kids from the pitfalls of the entertainment industry.
After a short hiatus, Jean returned to acting. She aspired to be cast in a major studio film and auditioned for “Apollo 13.”
Ron kept family photos that included his grandmother, Rance’s mom. He held the open call at his house since his mother might not be able to travel due to health concerns.
Confident in his mother’s abilities, Ron proceeded with the audition. The “Apollo 13” crew received numerous awards. Unfortunately, the actress passed away on September 2, 2000.
Jean Howard faced difficulties continuing in her career due to her high heart rate. Health problems eventually forced her to retire from her remarkable film career.
Her son gave her the role in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” a film featuring several family members, which resonated deeply with her.
Jean and Rance taught their children to prioritize family. Ron and Clint detail their childhood in their autobiographies.
Their parents’ performances ignited the boys’ imaginative tales, compelling them to share stories of their unique upbringing.