10 Things You Didn't Know About Chris Rock

Rock and his kin are from the Udeme population of Northern Cameroon.

Descent

Rock started in '84. Eddie Murphy discovered him performing at 19 in NY's Catch a Rising Star.

Spotted by Greatness

Chris Rock was born in Andrews, South Carolina, a small town near Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Southern Boy

He is not only a comedian, but also a humanitarian. He attended the opening of Oprah Winfrey's school in South Africa.

Always Giving

In 2014, Rock hosted the 88th Academy Awards, becoming the second African American to do so after Richard Pryor.

Hosted Award Show

He's written a book, Rock This, and released two comedy albums.

Always Rockin' It

Rock's great-great-grandfather Julius Caesar Tingman was a slave for 21 years.

History

In 2005, he was named the fifth greatest stand-up comedian by Comedy Central.

Comedian

 Rock has won four Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and a Teen Choice Award for his contributions to the entertainment industry.

Award Winning

Rock is an avid fan of baseball and has even played in celebrity games for charity.

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