Date of Birth: November 23, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Christopher Ryan Hardwick, commonly known as Chris Hardwick, is an American comedian, actor, television host, writer, producer, and podcaster. Born on November 23, 1971, in Louisville, Kentucky, Hardwick has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known especially for his work in the realm of geek culture and pop culture media. He is the son of professional bowler Billy Hardwick and real estate agent Sharon Hills. Chris attended UCLA and graduated with a degree in philosophy in 1993. Hardwick first gained attention as the host of MTV’s dating game show “Singled Out” from 1995 to 1998. He later became widely recognized for hosting “Talking Dead,” the after-show for AMC’s “The Walking Dead,” and its spin-off series, “Fear the Walking Dead.” He also hosts “Talking Bad” and “Talking Saul,” post-episode discussions for “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul,” respectively. In addition to his television work, Hardwick is the creator and host of the popular podcast “ID10T,” originally known as “The Nerdist Podcast.” He co-founded Nerdist Industries, which has become a significant brand in the world of geek culture. Hardwick has also ventured into stand-up comedy, acting in films and television series, and authoring books.
5 Interesting Facts about Chris Hardwick
1. Chris Hardwick is a self-proclaimed “nerd” and has built a significant portion of his career around celebrating nerd and geek culture.
2. He is married to model, actress, and heiress Lydia Hearst, the great-granddaughter of publishing magnate William Randolph Hearst.
3. Hardwick has voiced characters in several animated series and video games, including “The Lego Batman Movie” and “Tales from the Borderlands.”
4. He has written a self-help book titled “The Nerdist Way: How to Reach the Next Level (In Real Life),” which was published in 2011.
5. Chris is an avid bowler, a skill he picked up from his father, who was a professional bowler.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Chris Hardwick
1. “Comedy is the perfect vehicle for making people confront uncomfortable truths.”
2. “Embrace your inner geek. It’s who you are.”
3. “The internet has democratized creativity, making it easier for people to share their work with a global audience.”
4. “Success is about persistence, not perfection.”
5. “In a world where you can be anything, be kind.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Chris Hardwick has achieved an estimated net worth of $20 million at the peak of his career.
Children
As of the latest available information, Chris Hardwick and Lydia Hearst do not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Chris Hardwick on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0362566/
2. [Chris Hardwick’s Official Website](http://www.id10t.com/
3. [Chris Hardwick on Twitter](https://twitter.com/hardwick
4. [Nerdist Industries](https://nerdist.com
5. [Chris Hardwick’s Podcast “ID10T”](https://id10t.com
