Gary Howlett (born 2 April 1963) is an Irish former international footballer and member of Brighton & Hove Albion's 1983 FA Cup final team.
The highlight of his Brighton career came in the 1983 final against Manchester United, where he crossed for Gordon Smith to head the first goal in a match that ended 2–2.
Howlett, whose playing career was hampered by injuries, later joined AFC Bournemouth (1984–88) and York City (1988–91), and played on loan for Aldershot (1987) and Chester City (1987–88).
He later had a spell on the coaching staff with Bohemian FC under Stephen Kenny and Gareth Farrelly and was caretaker manager of the club between Kenny's departure and Farrelly's arrival.
Howlett currently manages Killester United in the Leinster Senior League.