The actor was waiting tables when an audition for the role came up, but he had to fight his agent to put his hat in the ring: "This is such a low-budget independent film. You really don't need to do stuff like this.

"Terrifier 3" star David Howard Thornton has gnarly kills as horror villain Art the Clown. In real life, he's a sweet guy with an uplifting origin.

David Howard Thornton is best known for portraying Art the Clown since 2016, when the first Terrifier installment was released. Here, check if the talented horror actor is currently single. David Howard Thornton has managed to stand out in the entertainment industry thanks to his unique talent for portraying terrifying characters and his ability to connect with fans through his performances.