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Quick Facts

Born:
1968-01-02

Birthplace:
Los Angeles, California, USA

Credits:
46 Total Roles

Chris Spencer

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Biography

Chris Spencer is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director.

He was the inaugural host of the syndicated late-night talk show Vibe, adapted from the magazine of the same name. He later appeared in numerous film and television projects, including Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood, The Sixth Man, Significant Others, and Postal.

In addition to on-screen work, he has built a substantial career as a writer, contributing to projects for the Wayans family, Jamie Foxx, and playing a notable role in the early development of Nick Cannon’s Wild 'N Out. His writing credits also include the scripted comedy series Real Husbands of Hollywood.

He maintains an active career as a stand-up comedian, with performances on The Chris Rock Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and HBO’s Def Comedy Jam.

He is also a co-host of the weekly podcast Minivan Men with comedians Al Madrigal and Maz Jobrani. In 2017, he co-created the television series White Famous.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2026 Chris Spencer: GOAT Adjacent MOVIE Self
2023 Back on the Strip MOVIE DJ St Aubyn
2022 Sherri TV Self - Guest
2022 Phat Tuesdays: The Era of Hip Hop Comedy TV Self
2020 All The Way Black TV Host
2015 I Really Hate My Ex MOVIE Calvin
2015 Light Girls MOVIE Self
2014 black-ish TV Ronnie
2013 Being Mary Jane TV Chris Warren
2012 For Richer or Poorer MOVIE Deshaun

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