Chris Tucker

Chris Tucker

Outrageous, fast-talking Chris Tucker left Atlanta (where his classmates called him Little Eddie Murphy) and tore up the L.A. comedy circuit soon after arriving in town. His stand-up work on "Russell Simmons' Def Comedy All-Star Jam" (1992, HBO) led to his first feature role, Johnny Booze, in "House Party 3" (1994). Since starring opposite Ice Cube in the surprise hit "Friday" (1995), Tucker has experienced a rise has been nothing less than meteoric. He delivered a memorable death scene in "Dead Presidents" (1995), overdosing on heroin as he watched a vintage "Soul Train" telecast, but all his performances were merely a warm-up for his break-out, star-making turn in Luc Besson's futuristic "The Fifth Element" (1997). As flamboyant 23rd-century talk-show host Ruby Rhod (a cross between Prince and Michael Jackson with a cone-shaped blond "do" that would make Dennis Rodman proud), Tucker stole the show from Bruce Willis with his truly "out-there" performance. He next starred opposite Charlie Sheen as a small-time Murphyesque hustler in "Money Talks" (1997), for which he also served as executive producer. Quentin Tarantino tapped him for a supporting role in "Jackie Brown" (1997) and Tucker teamed with Hong Kong star Jackie Chan for the action comedy "Rush Hour". The buddy-flick hit big, spawning the even more successful 2001 summer tentpole "Rush Hour 2," with a third sequel in the works.Chris is a classic comedian; how could someone not find him fun to be around? His ability to put a smile on others' faces without even uttering a word is truly remarkable. When he isn't cranking out his sarcastic -- albeit hilarious -- comebacks, he's cool, suave, and an all-around nice guy.He seems to genuinely care about his craft, and his personality has translated well onto the big screen. Tucker has found a role he is comfortable with, by playing a more hyperactive version of himself, which is surely how he reels in the audiences.

Rush Hour 3: In Theaters August 10th, 2007

Rush Hour 3: Behind the Scenes

Rush Hour 3 Teaser Trailer

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