Chris Tucker

Christopher Tucker (born August 31, 1971) is an American actor and stand-up comedian. He is 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. He became a frequent stand up performer on Def Comedy Jam in the 1990s. He appeared in Luc Besson\'s The Fifth Element, Quentin Tarantino\'s Jackie Brown, David O. Russell\'s Silver Linings Playbook, and Brett Ratner\'s Money Talks.\n', '

Tucker was born on August 31, 1971, in Atlanta, Georgia, the youngest son of Mary Louise (née Bryant) and Norris Tucker. One of six children, Tucker learned early in life that humor has the power to draw attention to himself both at school and at home. His father was an independent businessman who owned a janitorial service. Tucker grew up in Decatur, Georgia; after graduating from Columbia High School, he moved to Los Angeles to…