Chris Hardwick

Chris Hardwick, born on November twenty-third, nineteen seventy-one, is a multifaceted American entertainer known for his work as a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer. He has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, particularly as a television and podcast host. Hardwick is perhaps best recognized for his role as the host of 'Talking Dead,' an hour-long aftershow on AMC that delves into the world of the popular zombie drama series 'The Walking Dead' and its spin-off 'Fear the Walking Dead.'

In addition to 'Talking Dead,' Hardwick has hosted several other notable shows, including 'Talking with Chris Hardwick,' where he interviews prominent figures in pop culture, and 'The Wall,' a plinko-inspired game show on NBC. His creative prowess extends to the founding of Nerdist Industries, which operates the Nerdist Podcast Network and is home to his own podcast, initially known as 'The Nerdist Podcast' and later rebranded as 'ID10T with Chris Hardwick.' By December two thousand nineteen, his podcast had reached an impressive milestone of one thousand episodes.

From two thousand eleven, Hardwick hosted the BBC America Britcom block 'Ministry of Laughs,' showcasing his comedic talents to a wider audience. He also led the nightly comedy-game show series '@midnight with Chris Hardwick' on Comedy Central from two thousand thirteen to two thousand seventeen. In two thousand thirteen, he took on the role of host for 'Talking Bad,' a live talk show on AMC that aired after the final episodes of 'Breaking Bad,' and later hosted 'Talking Saul' for the spin-off series 'Better Call Saul.'

Beyond his hosting duties, Hardwick has showcased his musical talents as part of the comedy duo Hard 'n Phirm, alongside Mike Phirman. His voice acting credits include roles such as Glowface on 'The X's,' Otis the Cow in 'Back at the Barnyard,' and Craig the Snake in 'Sanjay and Craig.' With a diverse career spanning various facets of entertainment, Chris Hardwick continues to be a prominent figure in the industry.