Chi McBride

Date of Birth: September 23, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Kenneth “Chi” McBride is an accomplished American actor, best known for his versatility and commanding presence on both television and film. Born on September 23, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, McBride’s acting career has spanned over three decades. Initially, he pursued a career in music and even achieved some success with a comedic music video that earned airplay on MTV. However, his true calling was in acting, where he has left an indelible mark with his performances. McBride’s breakout role came with the 1996 television series “The John Larroquette Show,” where he played the character Heavy Gene. He then went on to star in several high-profile TV series, including “Boston Public,” “Pushing Daisies,” “Human Target,” and “Hawaii Five-0.” In addition to his television success, McBride has also appeared in numerous films, such as “Gone in 60 Seconds,” “The Terminal,” “I, Robot,” and “Draft Day.” Known for his deep voice and imposing stature, McBride has often been cast in authoritative roles, but his range allows him to take on a variety of characters, from comedic to dramatic. His contributions to the entertainment industry have earned him respect and admiration from both peers and audiences alike.

5 Interesting Facts about Chi McBride

1. Chi McBride’s real first name is Kenneth; “Chi” is derived from his hometown of Chicago.

2. Before his acting career took off, McBride worked as a data processor at AT&T.

3. He initially gained attention with a comedic music video titled “He’s the Champ,” a parody of the song “The Champ” by The Mohawks.

4. McBride has portrayed a principal three times in his career: “Boston Public,” “The Secret Diary of Desmond Pfeiffer,” and “The John Larroquette Show.”

5. He is an avid motorcycle enthusiast and owns several bikes.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Chi McBride

1. “I think one of the reasons that I have been successful is that I don’t do ‘just anything.’”

2. “I try to make sure I make movies that I would want to see.”

3. “You don’t get to be a leading man unless you work hard and you’re prepared.”

4. “Respect is not something you can conjure up on a moment’s notice.”

5. “The real power is having the ability to say no.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Chi McBride’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Chi McBride has kept much of his personal life private, and there is limited public information available about his children. It is known, however, that he is married to Julissa McBride, and they have at least one child together.