Bryce Dallas Howard has spent her career in the shadow of her famous father, but she has emerged as a leading lady in her own right. From Jurassic World to directing episodes of The Mandalorian, Howard has proven she’s more than just Ron Howard’s daughter.

Howard was born on March 2, 1981, in Los Angeles. She studied acting at NYU. Her film debut was in 2004’s The Village. She went on to star in Spider-Man 3 and The Help. Her big break came with Jurassic World in 2015. She has also directed episodes of The Mandalorian.

The implication of her career is that she has successfully transitioned from actress to director, a path not many take.