Christopher Tucker (born August 31, 1971) is an American actor and comedian. He is best known for playing the role of Smokey in F. Gary Gray’s Friday and as Detective James Carter in Brett Ratner’s Rush Hour film series alongside Jackie Chan.
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Biography
NAME: Christopher Tucker
BIRTH DATE: August 31, 1971
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Christopher Tucker |
| Birth Date | August 31, 1971 |
| Birthplace | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
| Age | 53 years old (as of January 2025) |
| Height | 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) |
| Education | Graduated from Columbia High School, Decatur, Georgia |
| Net Worth | Estimated at $5 million |
| Notable Work | Smokey in Friday, Detective James Carter in the Rush Hour series |
| Occupation | Actor, Comedian |
| Children | One son: Destin Christopher Tucker |
| Spouse | Previously married to Azja Pryor (divorced) |
| Film Debut | House Party 3 (1994) |
| Breakthrough Role | Smokey in Friday (1995) |
| Activism | Known for supporting humanitarian causes and participating in charity work |
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Age
53 years old (as of January 2025)
Height
6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
Education
- I attended Columbia High School in Decatur, Georgia.
Career
Stand-Up Comedy: Started his career by appearing at comedy clubs around his hometown and was soon discovered by Russell Simmons and given a spot on the HBO comedy show “Def Comedy Jam.”.
Film Debut: Had a small part in House Party 3 (1994) as a thief who gets caught.
- Durchbruchrolle: Smokey in „Friday“ (1995).
- bekannteste Werke: Detective James Carter in der Reihe „Rush Hour” (1998), 2001, 2007).
Net Worth
- Estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
- One son, Destin Christopher Tucker.
- Divorced Azja Pryor before.
FAQs
What role made Chris Tucker famous?
Chris Tucker’s most famous role is as Detective James Carter in the Rush Hour trilogy.
Did Chris Tucker go broke?
Yes, Chris Tucker is said to be interested in launching a comeback to the world of stand-up comedy.
