Chris Tucker

Chris Tucker is an internationally recognized, award-winning actor, producer and comedian. He is best known for his role of Detective James Carter in the blockbuster “Rush Hour” action-comedy film franchise, starring opposite Jackie Chan under the direction of Brett Ratner. Most recently, Chris was seen on the big screen staring opposite Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Viola Davis in the Amazon Studio hit AIR.

 

Tucker’s career began in the early 1990s when he became a favorite on Russell Simmons’ HBO “Def Comedy Jam.” He then rose to prominence with his first starring role, in the 1995 cult classic “Friday,” alongside Ice Cube. In 1997, Tucker executive produced and co-starred with Charlie Sheen in the hit movie “Money Talks,” directed by Ratner, and also appeared in Luc Besson’s globally successful sci-fi adventure “The Fifth Element.” His other film credits include the Hughes brothers’ “Dead Presidents,” Quentin Tarantino’s “Jackie Brown,” David O’Russell’s award-winning hit “Silver Linings Playbook,” and Ang Lee’s “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk.”

 

In 2015, Tucker released “Chris Tucker Live” exclusively on Netflix, marking the first project he starred in and produced through his own company, Chris Tucker Entertainment. He currently tours around the world performing live comedy shows, which have received rave reviews globally. In addition to entertaining millions of fans on stage and screen, Tucker is a dedicated humanitarian, spending much of his spare time traveling the world, doing charitable work through The Chris Tucker Foundation. By making a difference, he truly believes we are blessed to be a blessing.

 

Cell phones and other mobile devices are prohibited for this show to create the best distraction-free environment for all guests. Guests with mobile devices will receive Yondr cases and must secure their devices inside the locked cases, including smartwatches and cameras. 

 

Mobile devices must be held by guests in locked Yondr cases during the performance. Yondr cases are lockable, flexible, neoprene pouches that assure a phone-free event experience. Guests must switch their phones to vibrate to avoid disruptions from incoming notifications. Each guest is responsible for maintaining possession of their mobile device inside the venue. The pouches will be unlocked at the end of the show. If needed, guests will be able to use their phones in designated areas.