Chris Spencer (actor) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Chris Spencer
Spencer in 2023
Born	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actor comedian writer producer
Years active	1990–present
Spouse(s)	Vanessa Rodriguez-Spencer
Children	2

Chris Spencer is an American director, actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is known for his work in many TV shows and movies. He has also helped create popular comedy shows.

Career Highlights

Chris Spencer started his career as the first host of a late-night talk show called Vibe. This show was based on a popular magazine. After that, he acted in several movies. Some of these include Don't Be A Menace To South Central While Drinking Your Juice In The Hood and The Sixth Man.

Chris is also a talented writer. He has worked with famous people like the Wayans family and Jamie Foxx. He was very important in helping Nick Cannon start MTV's comedy show Wild 'N Out. Chris also performs stand-up comedy all over the country. He has appeared on shows like The Chris Rock Show and Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

He is a writer for the TV comedy Real Husbands of Hollywood. In 2017, he helped create a TV series called White Famous. Chris also has a weekly podcast with his friends, called Minivan Men.

About His Life

Chris Spencer is a Jamaican American. He was born in Los Angeles, California. Today, he lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Vanessa Spencer. They have two children together. Chris went to the UCLA university.

Some of His Works

Chris Spencer has been part of many projects in film and television. Here are a few examples of his acting roles:

Movies

• Blankman (1994)
• Don't Be a Menace (1996)
• The Sixth Man (1997)
• Two Can Play That Game (2001)
• Postal (2007)
• Black Dynamite (2009)
• Back on the Strip (2023) - This was his first time directing a feature film.

Television Shows

• In Living Color (1992-1993) - He appeared as himself.
• Vibe (1997) - He was the host of this talk show.
• The Jamie Foxx Show (1999-2000) - He had a recurring role.
• ER (2004)
• Significant Others (2004) - He was a main cast member.
• Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013)

As a Writer

Chris Spencer has also written for several shows, including:

• Wild 'N Out (2005)
• Jamie Foxx: I Might Need Security (2002)

As a Producer

He has produced projects like:

• Baggin' (2005)