Here is his Bio from IMDB http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000071/bio
From Harvey
Elwood P. Dowd: Years ago my mother used to say to me, she'd say, "In this world, Elwood, you must be" - she always called me Elwood - "In this world, Elwood, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant." Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant. You may quote me.
From James Duncun check out his other strips here
http://www.kaesye.com/
Make sure to check Angry Kitty # 24