Chris Rock
Christopher Julius Rock (born February 7, 1965) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and filmmaker. Rock gained prominence as a stand-up comedian, who with his edgy humor and quick wit tackled subjects such as race relations, human sexuality, and observational humor. He is also known for his work in film, television and stage, he has received multiple accolades, including three Grammy Awards for best comedy album and four Primetime Emmy Awards as well as a Golden Globe Award nomination. He was ranked No. 5 on Comedy Central's list of the 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time. He also ranked No. 5 on Rolling Stones list of the 50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time.
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| Full name at birth | Christopher Julius Rock III
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| Claim to fame | The Chris Rock Show
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| Date of birth | 7 February 1965
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| Place of birth | Andrews, South Carolina, United States
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| Occupation | Comedian, Actor, Screenwriter, Television Producer, Film Producer, and Director.
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| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm)
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| Net worth | $100,000,000 USD
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| High school | James Madison High School, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States (Dropped Out) (G.E.D.)
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- Got his started working on Uptown Comedy Express with Alsenio Hall and Robert Townsend
- He has five younger siblings, Andre, Tony, Brian (a minister), Kenny, Andi, and a half-sibling, Jordan.
- His wife, Malaak Compton-Rock, was featured in "Redbook Magazine" as one of the winners of the 2002 Mothers & Shakers Awards. Malaak is the founder and executive director of StyleWorks, a non-profit, full-service salon that provides free services for women leaving welfare and entering the work force.
- In 1993 Paramount offered him the role of Lamont Sanford in a purposed film update of Sanford and Son. He called the idea "insane" and because of his affection for the late Redd Foxx lobbied to have the production halted. It was.
- Is a fan of the TV series "Seinfield" and has been known to make references to the show in many of his stand up routines.
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