Chris Rock
American comedian, actor, and filmmaker (born 1965)
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Christopher Julius Rock is an American comedian, actor, and filmmaker. He first gained prominence for his stand-up routines in the 1980s, where he tackled subjects including race relations, human sexuality, and observational comedy. His success branched off into productions in film, television, and on-stage, having received multiple accolades including three Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album, four Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Golden Globe Award nomination. Rock 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 Stone's list of the 50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time.
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Chappelle and Rock appear together at comedy event and speak about being assaultedDave Chappelle and Chris Rock have appeared together at a Los Angeles comedy club, talking about being assaulted onstage.Sky News - Published | Chris Rock's Brother to Fight 'Real World' Star, Will Smith Turns Down OfferWill Smith isn't down to fight Chris Rock's brother after an open invite, but another Philly native -- and former 'Real World' star -- is ready to take his place in the ring. Josh Colon, known for his..TMZ.com - Published |
Chris Rock's Mom Says When Will Smith Slapped Her Son It Was Like Slapping HerChris Rock's mom just made it clear ... when Will Smith slapped her son, it was personal. Rose Rock made her displeasure with Smith obvious during an interview with WIS TV in South Carolina, saying,..TMZ.com - Published | Gilbert Gottfried Defends Chris Rock in Last Social Media PostComedic legend Gilbert Gottfried defended his fellow comedians until the very end ... using his last social media post to back Chris Rock after the Oscars. Gilbert posted a photo of him with Chris the..TMZ.com - Published |
Chris Rock's Younger Brother Kenny Wants To Fight Will Smith in Celebrity BoxingChris Rock's younger brother wants to do more than slap Will Smith ... he wants to lace up the gloves and climb into the ring for a boxing match!!! CR's brother, Kenny, just signed a deal with..TMZ.com - Published | 'Hollywood's Bald Blonde' Jannica Olin on Alopecia, Chris Rock's JokeAs we analyze how offensive Chris Rock's joke about Jada Pinkett Smith was -- one woman who's been a long alopecia advocate says ... it's more flattering than anything. Swedish-born actress Jannica..TMZ.com - Published |
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