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Christopher Tucker (born August 31, 1971) is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He is best known for his role as Detective James Carter in the Rush Hour film series.

Tucker became a frequent stand-up performer on Def Comedy Jam in the 1990s. He also appeared in the films Friday, The Fifth Element, Money Talks, Jackie Brown, and Silver Linings Playbook.

Christopher 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 had 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, and after graduating from Columbia High School, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in comedy and acting. His early comedy influences were Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy, and he was known by his teachers and high school classmates for making people laugh by doing impressions of Murphy, Michael Jackson, and others. Tucker grew up in a Pentecostal Christian household, as his parents were members of the Church of God in Christ during his childhood.