
Daniel Edward 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.

Trading Places
1983 · as Louis Winthorpe III

Pearl Harbor
2001 · as Captain Thurman

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
1984 · as Art Weber

Pixels
2015 · as 1982 Championship MC

Evolution
2001 · as Governor Lewis

Ghostbusters
2016 · as Cabbie

50 First Dates
2004 · as Dr. Keats

Ghostbusters
1984 · as Ray Stantz

Ghostbusters: Afterlife
2021 · as Ray Stantz

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
2024 · as Ray Stantz

My Girl
1991 · as Harry Sultenfuss

Sneakers
1992 · as Mother

Casper
1995 · as Dr. Raymond Stantz (uncredited)

Ghostbusters II
1989 · as Ray Stantz

The Blues Brothers
1980 · as Elwood Blues

Antz
1998 · as Chip (voice)

My Stepmother Is an Alien
1988 · as Steven Mills

I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry
2007 · as Captain Tucker