Biography

Howie Miller has been hailed as one of the funniest Native American comedians and actors on television today. He is a First Nation Descendant of the Cree Nation and was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. His quick wit and unique point of view on multi ethnic stereotypes has garnered numerous television appearances and placed him in great demand on the corporate circuit. Howie's stand-up routine also includes entertaining stories about his son's overnight success as one of the most-watched young actors in front of the camera today. Howie's son, Tyson, plays "Quil Ateara"; a member of the wolf-pack in Summit Entertainment's box office smash hits The Twilight Saga: New Moon & Eclipse.

Howie has performed all over North America, including New York, Los Angeles and the prestigious Montreal "Just for Laughs" Comedy Festival. He has also toured the United Kingdom and Europe. Howie has been featured in his own half-hour special, "Comedy Now Presents Howie Miller" and in "The Indian Comedy Slam, No Reservations Needed", which is airing on Showtime in 2010.

Howie is also an accomplished actor and writer, having been nominated for a Gemini award in 2009 for "Best Writing in a Comedy or Variety Program" for "Caution: May Contain Nuts" which will be airing its second season on APTN in 2010.

Howie's side-splitting stand-up comedy routine will have your group rolling on the floor laughing and leave them begging for more.

- IMDb mini biography by: Howie Miller