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Chris Knowings
Occupation Actor
Years active 1994–present
Known for Taina
Sesame Street
Relatives Christy Knowings (twin sister)

Chris Knowings is an American actor. He is the twin brother of actress Christy Knowings. Chris is famous for playing Lamar Carlos Johnson in the TV show Taina. He is also well-known for his role as Chris Robinson on Sesame Street.

Chris Knowings' Acting Journey

Chris Knowings started his acting career when he was 13 years old. His first big role was in the 1994 movie Crooklyn, directed by Spike Lee. In this film, he played Nate Carmichael, one of the main characters.

Becoming Lamar in Taina

In 2001, Chris joined the cast of the Nickelodeon series Taina. He played Lamar Carlos Johnson, a key character in the show. This role helped him become more recognized on television.

Joining the Sesame Street Family

One of Chris Knowings' most famous roles is playing Chris Robinson on Sesame Street. He joined the beloved children's show in August 2007, starting with Season 38. His work on Sesame Street earned him nominations for the Daytime Emmy Award. He was nominated for Outstanding Performer in a Children's Series in both 2009 and 2010. Besides acting, Chris has also done voice work for Sesame Street. For example, he was the off-screen narrator for some of the Two-Headed Monster sketches.

Other TV Appearances

Throughout his career, Chris has made guest appearances on several other TV shows. These include popular series like Law & Order, New York Undercover, and 100 Centre Street. He also appeared in a commercial for AT&T wireless phones in 2002.

Chris Knowings' Filmography

Here is a list of some of the TV shows and movies Chris Knowings has been a part of:

  • House of the Other Companies (2023) TV Series .... Chris Robinson (Guest Star)
  • Nature Cat (2018–2024) TV Series .... Ronald (Season 2-onwards)
  • Kevin Can Wait (2018) TV series .... Omar (1 Episode)
  • The Cookie Thief (2015) TV special .... Chris Robinson
  • Sesame Street (2007–present) TV series .... Chris Robinson
  • LazyTown (5 episodes/2007) TV Series....Pixel
  • Generation Jets (2003) TV series .... XL's Brother (voice)
  • The Nick Cannon Show (2002) .... Himself
  • Taina (2001–2002) .... Lamar Carlos Johnson
  • 100 Centre Street (2001) .... Earnest Charles Glass
  • Law & Order (2001) .... Student Council President Brian Ander
  • New York Undercover (1994) .... Tyndell Jacobs
  • Crooklyn (1994) ... Nate Carmichael
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