Terrence Howard's 5 Kids: All About His Daughters and Sons

Mar. 15, 2025

Terrence Howard, Mira Pak and sons Hero Howard and Quirin Howard attend Terrence Howard being honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 24, 2019 in Hollywood, California.Photo:David Livingston/Getty

David Livingston/Getty

Terrence Howardhas a large family off-screen, including his five kids: Aubrey, Hunter, Heaven, Qirin and Hero.

The Oscar-nominated actor, who played Lucious Lyon in the Fox dramaEmpire, shares daughters Aubrey and Heaven, as well as son Hunter, with his first wife, Lori McCommas. He and his third wife, Mira Pak, welcomed their first son, Qirin, in 2015, and their second son, Hero, followed a year later.

While Terrence feels like he missed “a lot of personal time” with his older children, he previously told PEOPLE that he’s more “present” with his younger kids.

“I was 24 when I started my first batch. I was still becoming a man,” he said. “I didn’t really put the time into my kids. I called them every day and they said they saw me more than enough, but I feel like I missed out on a lot of personal time with them.”

Terrence added, “Now I’m more conscious and present this time around.”

Here’s everything to know about Terrence Howard’s kids: Aubrey, Hunter, Heaven, Qirin and Hero.

Aubrey Howard

Terrence Howard and Aubrey Howard arrive at the BET Honors 2012 on January 14, 2012 in Washington, D.C.Walter McBride/Corbis/Getty

Walter McBride/Corbis/Getty

Terrence welcomed his first child, daughter Aubrey Howard, with his first wife, McCommas.

In the past, she’s accompanied her famous dad to events, including the premiere ofDreamgirlsin 2006 and a screening ofIron Manin 2008.

Aubrey made theCrescent Citystar a grandfather in 2012 with the birth of her daughter,Hazel Anita Gayle. Her second child,Adrian William Gayle, was born in 2015. Aubrey has shared onInstagramthat “being a young mother definitely has it’s fair share of challenges,” but she “wouldn’t change a thing.”

The mother of two, who is certified in yoga and specializes in breathwork, is the founder of Spirit Medicine. “I created my business Spirit Medicine, to support people in healing deep rooted trauma and creating resilience through breathwork, movement and ritual,” she penned onInstagramin 2023.

Aubrey credits her father and their ancestors for her “light.” In 2017, she celebrated her dad’s birthday with anInstagramtribute, calling him the “man I love more than anything.”

“You have always been my best friend that has been there for me in more ways than I could name,” Aubrey continued. “I’m so proud of all you have achieved and the amazing person and father you have become along the way. I hope you have a wonderful day and celebrate all that you are 😘 🎉.”

In August 2024, Aubrey, her sister Heaven and their dad took a visit to an animal sanctuary, and she shared about the day onInstagram.

“It was truly special to share this experience with my father, as my love for animals and nature comes from him,” she wrote alongside a video of Terrence and her posing with a small pig.

Hunter Howard

Terrence Howard and son Hunter Howard attend a screening of ‘Harry: A Communication Breakdown’ on November 26, 2008 in Paramus, New Jersey.Michael N. Todaro/FilmMagic

Michael N. Todaro/FilmMagic

Terrence welcomed his second child, son Hunter Howard, with his first wife, McCommas.

The father-son duo have collaborated in a creative way — Hunter sang backup vocals on Terrence’s 2008 albumShine Through It.

Speaking toNPRthat year, Terrence revealed he was also teaching Hunter carpentry and home renovation.The Best Manactor said, “I’m raising a really beautiful young man that will probably become the scientist I always wanted to be.”

Heaven Howard

Heaven Howard and Terrence Howard attends Lee Daniels' “The Butler” New York premiere on August 5, 2013 in New York City.Ben Gabbe/Getty

Ben Gabbe/Getty

Terrence welcomed his third child, daughter Heaven Howard, with his first wife, McCommas.

She’s made red carpet appearances with her dad over the years. In 2006, Heaven joined Terrence atThe Pursuit of Happynesspremiere and the New York premiere ofThe Butlerin 2013.

The actor and his younger daughter have also worked together: Terrence and Heaven were both in the 2008 Broadway revival ofCat on a Hot Tin Roof.According toNew York Magazine, Heaven played one of the “no-necked monsters.”

In 2015, big sister Aubrey celebrated Heaven’s graduation. “Congrats to my little sister for graduating yesterday,” Aubrey captioned aphotoof Heaven holding flowers and her diploma. “Can’t wait to see what will become of the rest of your life ☺️❤️🎉🎓.”

Heaven has publicly thanked her father onInstagramfor paving the way for her to “walk a path that is both old and new.”

Qirin Love Howard

Terrence Howard and his son Qirin Love Howard.Terrence Howard/Instagram

Terrence Howard/Instagram

Terrence and his third wife, Pak, welcomed their first child together, Qirin Love, on May 7, 2015.

The proud dad introduced Qirin onX (formerly Twitter)with a photo of the two of them resting. “A mythical 1/2 dragon 1/2 lion who glides above the land so as not to harm even a blade of grass… meet Qirin Love!” he captioned it.

Terrence toldAccess Hollywood(viaLos Angeles Times) that his son’s name was derived from the word “qilin,” a mythical Chinese creature that was said to mark the beginning of a peaceful era.

TheCrashactor described his son as fearless in anInstagramtribute to commemorate Qirin’s third birthday in 2018.

“3 years ago on this very day you forever changed our lives… you are so fearless and beautiful Qirin Love,” Terrence captioned a black-and-white photo of his son. “May the blessings of your God Like Nature beautify this Universe 4 EVER! Daddy and Mommy❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Happy Birthday 🎂.”

Hero Valentino Howard

Terrence Howard and his son Hero Valentino Howard.Terrence Howard/Instagram

Terrence and Pak’s second child, Hero Valentino Howard, was born on July 15, 2016.

During an appearance onLive with Kelly, Terrence shared that Hero “changed” his life. “He’s my everything. He’s my new favorite,” Terrence said of Hero. He clarified, “You know, we do have favorites as parents! The one that needs us the most becomes our favorite.”

Both Hero and his older brother, Qirin, were present when their dad received his star on the  Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2019.

source: people.com