Dan Aykroyd

Biography

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. 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.

Known For

The Simpsons

as Postage Stamp Fellow (voice)

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

as Art Weber

Ghostbusters

as Ray Stantz

Pixels

as 1982 Championship MC

50 First Dates

as Dr. Keats

Pearl Harbor

as Captain Thurman

Ghostbusters

as Cabbie

Ghostbusters: Afterlife

as Ray Stantz

Casper

as Dr. Raymond Stantz (uncredited)

Antz

as Chip (voice)