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  Chris Tucker - Rotten Tomatoes
Brett Ratner and Chris Tucker sat down with Rotten Tomatoes for a brief interview on their Rush Hour 3 press tour; the talked about the joys of popcorn cinema, the future of the Democratic Party, Tucker's plans for a standup documentary, and Ratner's Hugh Hefner biopic.
Chris Tucker is expected to testify in the Michael Jackson child molestation case.
Tucker met the victim and his family before they ever went to the Neverland Ranch....
www.rottentomatoes.com /p/chris_tucker   (443 words)

  
  Chris Tucker - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Christopher Tucker (born August 31, 1972 in Atlanta, Georgia) is an American actor and comedian, whose distinctive characteristic is his high-pitched voice and portrayal of high-strung characters.
Tucker's last two films were Rush Hour and its sequel, and his next film appearance will be the third film in the hit franchise, scheduled for release in 2007.
Tucker's career trajectory is unusual in that, while he has made such a relatively small number of films, he has already become a member of the unofficial "20 million per film" club, joining such actors as Will Smith, Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chris_Tucker   (484 words)

  
 BlackNews.com - Chris Tucker Testifies In Michael Jackson Case
Tucker was put on the stand to help make the defense case that the boy and his family have a history of targeting celebrities and trying to get money from them.
Tucker also testified that he once took Jackson aside and warned him to ``watch out'' for the boy's mother because he had grown suspicious of her.
Tucker, whose testimony began Tuesday and continued Wednesday, met Jackson's accuser at a benefit while the boy was battling cancer in 2000.
www.blacknews.com /pr/tucker201.html   (668 words)

  
 African American Lives . Profiles . Chris Tucker | PBS
A native of Georgia, Chris Tucker still considers it his home, as it has been for his ancestors dating back to slavery.
Chris was born in the city of Decatur in 1972 to Norris and Mary Tucker.
In 2001, Chris toured Uganda and Ethiopia with Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill and U2 frontman Bono, in an effort to generate awareness of economic and social issues facing Africa and increase U.S. financial aid for the continent.
www.pbs.org /wnet/aalives/profile_tucker.html   (344 words)

  
 Press Briefing With Actor Chris Tucker
Other things we have done with Chris that have shown that he realizes that at this point in his life, with all of his success that he’s already enjoyed, he has to use part of his time and energy to give back and think about people in need.
Chris, it’s a great pleasure to have you with us, and now you’ve got the rest of the interview.
TUCKER: Well, I think that for the Secretary of State to come to the conference is a very, very big thing, and I think that something good is going to come out of it.
www.state.gov /secretary/former/powell/remarks/2002/13226.htm   (3007 words)

  
 CNN.com - Chris Tucker earns, dreams big - August 9, 2001
Chris Tucker has gone from comedy clubs to the rarified air of eight-figure paydays in just a few years
ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN) -- Chris Tucker remembers where he was when he heard he'd be banking a Hollywood-elite $20 million for his role in "Rush Hour 2." The irony is, it went right over his head.
The profitable weekend followed Tucker's recent visit to Atlanta, which is a hometown of sorts since he was was born and raised in Decatur, just east of the Georgia capital.
archives.cnn.com /2001/SHOWBIZ/Movies/08/09/chris.tucker   (880 words)

  
 Comedian Chris Tucker Arrested - April 19, 2005   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
APRIL 19--Comedian Chris Tucker was briefly jailed Sunday morning after Georgia cops pulled over his speeding 2005 Bentley when he did not immediately stop for them.
Tucker, 33, spent about 30 minutes in the McDuffie County lockup before posting cash bond and being released.
Tucker is the latest addition to our esteemed mug shot gallery.
www.thesmokinggun.com /archive/0419051_chris_tucker_1.html   (152 words)

  
 Chris Tucker Tickets at StubHub!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Chris Tucker tickets are available, and this comedian is not only known for his high-pitched tone that makes fun of all things nervous and edgy, but he's also crossed over into a movie career that's been enormously successful.
Tucker is currently getting back to his roots, and these comedy tickets are sure to gather a wide audience.
Tucker was born on August 31, 1972 in Atlanta.
www.stubhub.com /chris-tucker-tickets   (516 words)

  
 Chris Tucker in Bollywood, Sameera Reddy is Lara Croft
Chris Tucker in Bollywood, Sameera Reddy is Lara Croft
But when his cover is blown, he decides to better himself by trying to become a doctor which he hopes will also prove himself to the woman he loves and her father, a hospital superintendent.
Nair said she may cast some actors from the Bollywood original, and is on the lookout for an Indian woman to star opposite Tucker.
www.desiclub.com /bollywood/tidbits/tidbits_article.cfm?id=115   (675 words)

  
 Chris Tucker - Moviefone   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
There is nothing tranquil about comedian/actor Chris Tucker.
Chris Tucker is a major fan of Michael Jackson, which can be seen in many of his films.
Chris Tucker - Filmography, Biography, News, Photos, Birth date, Relationships, Chris Tucker Film Clips, and Fun Facts on Moviefone.
movies.aol.com /celebrity/chris-tucker/114685/main   (112 words)

  
 Chris Tucker: Money Talks - Movie
The protagonist (Tucker) plays a con men who after being falsely suspected of being a cop-killer, is chased around by cops and the bad guys.
Chris Tucker is Franklin Hatchett who works at a car wash and scalps tickets to pro basketball games.
Tucker once again proves that he is one of the most funniest man in showbiz as we watch him quote barry white lyrics and impersonate michael jackson.
www.superiorpics.com /chris_tucker/movie/1997_money_talks.html   (839 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Jay Leno, Chris Tucker expected to testify   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Jackson's attorneys were expected to call comedians Jay Leno and Chris Tucker to the stand this week in what could be the last week of the defense's case.
Tucker, who like Jackson befriended the boy while he was battling cancer, was to testify about spending time with the family.
Tucker's girlfriend, Hollywood casting assistant Azja Pryor, testified last week about her experiences with the family.
www.usatoday.com /life/people/2005-05-23-tucker-leno-jackson_x.htm   (351 words)

  
 Chris Tucker   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Shortly after graduating from high school, Chris Tucker left his native Atlanta for the comedy clubs of Los Angeles.
Tucker followed that role with one in the surprise hit Friday (1995).
The frenetic funny man (one critic claimed that Tucker could “make caffeine nervous”) recently played opposite Hong Kong martial art's star Jackie Chan in Rush Hour (1998) and is slated to appear with Martial Law's Sammy Hung Kam-Bo in Raging Silence (2000).
www.iit.edu /~csc1/comedy/comedy/christucker.htm   (146 words)

  
 Rush Hour
Tucker found that humor was the only way he could stave off the constant bullying of his older brothers.
Tucker even recalls that the principal thought he was "such a loser" that he tried to talk Tucker's high school girlfriend into dropping him.
Tucker made his movie debut in 1994's House Party III, and while his role as Johnny Booze was brief, it was memorable.
www.tnt.tv /title/?oid=327354-1884   (492 words)

  
 Chris Tucker holding out for final cut on Rush Hour 3 - Cinematical   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
I could tell as far back as the release of "Rush Hour 2" that Chris Tucker believes that he is more of a star than he really is. Yes, he has talent, but lasks charm, and now we all know that his ego is getting the better of him.
Tucker can she obtain notoriety, as the publicity seeking hound she is, is to accuse Mr.
Tucker of being the hound she is. Mr.
www.cinematical.com /2005/07/09/chris-tucker   (2218 words)

  
 Chris Tucker Interview by Paul Fischer, Published by Mike Freni
Chris Tucker is not who you would define as predictable.
Paul Fischer discovered that Tucker is one guy who refuses to take himself too seriously.
As Detectives Carter and Lee become increasingly tangled in a criminal conspiracy involving a deadly Triad, they find themselves on a precarious journey from Hong Kong to Los Angeles and Las Vegas, where they must use all of their talents to trap one of the world's most feared gangsters.
www.dealmemo.com /Interview/Chris_Tucker.htm   (1621 words)

  
 BlackNews.com - Chris Tucker to Star in Bollywood Remake   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
(AP) Hollywood actor Chris Tucker is set to star in a Hollywood remake of a Bollywood hit about a mafioso who enrolls in medical school, an Indian newspaper reported Monday.
But when his cover is blown, he decides to better himself by trying to become a doctor _ which he hopes will also prove himself to the woman he loves and her father, a hospital superintendent.
Her 1988 film, "Salaam Bombay!" _ about the city's street children _ was nominated for an Academy Award for best foreign language film.
www.blacknews.com /pr/bollywood101.html   (226 words)

  
 Playboy.com - Playboy Magazine - The Playboy Interview - Chris Tucker   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Chris Tucker!' In some places more people recognized me than the biggest rock star in the world."
He said he was humbled into working harder when a young Chris Tucker followed him onstage and whipped a lethargic crowd into a frenzy.
To continue reading the Playboy Interview with Chris Tucker, access the entire August 2007 digital issue right now.
www.playboy.com /magazine/interview   (490 words)

  
 Official Rush Hour 3 New Movie Trailers: Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan Upcoming New Movie Releases
They don't know the city, the language or even exactly what they're looking for, but their race will take them across the city, from the depths of the Paris underground to the breathtaking heights of the Eiffel Tower, as they fight to outrun the world's most deadly criminals and save the day.
Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker reunite with director Brett Ratner for an all new adventure that takes them to Paris where they confront deadly Triads, beautiful women, an angry cabbie and an invasive French inspector to uncover the secret at the heart of the Triad syndicate.
Joining the duo is an ensemble of world-class talent, including Hiroyuki Sanada as Kenji, a Triad assassin with mysterious links to Inspector Lee; Youki Kudoh as Jasmine, a club owner who is as alluring as she is dangerous; and Oscar nominee Max Von Sydow as Reynard, head of the World Criminal Court.
www.rushhourmovie.com   (743 words)

  
 Chris Tucker News
Issue date: 11/2/06 Section: Entertainment Maybe it was the 2001 "Rush Hour 2" quote by Chris Tucker, "Lionel Richie ain't been fl since The Commodores," that sent him back to the studio.
Not that we've minded his Hollywood output as much as some ; but it's frustrating as fans to see his fight scenes cropped to a fraction of their length because the audience is meant to want more Chris Tucker,...
Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman, Ian Holm and Chris Tucker star Famously The Fifth Element is based on a novel that director Luc...
www.topix.net /who/chris-tucker   (686 words)

  
 HSX Prediction Market: StarBonds® : Chris Tucker   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
A natural comedian, Chris Tucker was already a veteran of the Los Angeles comedy circuits by the time he was 21 years old.
Tucker's two minutes of screen time won over audiences, and his career was poised to skyrocket.
In 1998, Tucker starred opposite Jackie Chan in Rush Hour, helping create one of the most successful buddy-cop pairings.
movies.hsx.com /movies/profile/CTUCK   (124 words)

  
 Chris Tucker — Infoplease.com
Crush on 'Rush': Tucker and gang return for another run.(sequel of 'Rush Hour' planned:Chris Tucker to contract with New Line Cinema......
To fee or not to fee: industries evaluate Tucker's plan to make agencies self-supporting.
Tucker deal gives stake in new firms to staffers.
www.infoplease.com /ipea/A0771648.html   (298 words)

  
 cbs4.com - Chris Tucker To Star In Bollywood Remake
CBS 4 - South Florida's Source for Breaking News, Weather, and Sports: Chris Tucker To Star In Bollywood Remake
(AP) BOMBAY, India Hollywood actor Chris Tucker is set to star in a Hollywood remake of a Bollywood hit about a mafioso who enrolls in medical school, an Indian newspaper reported Monday.
But when his cover is blown, he decides to better himself by trying to become a doctor — which he hopes will also prove himself to the woman he loves and her father, a hospital superintendent.
cbs4.com /entertainment/entertainment_story_150134328.html   (331 words)

  
 Celebopedia - Chris Tucker
First made famous from his role as Smokey in the film "Friday", Chris Tucker reached superstar status with his breakout hit "Rush Hour" co-starring Jackie Chan.
Chris turned down the offer to return as Smokey in the Ice Cube's popular "Friday" movie series due to his own claim that he has matured out of such roles.
This site is not endorsed by Chris Tucker or any organization Chris Tucker is, was or will be associated with.
www.celebopedia.com /chris-tucker   (201 words)

  
 CANOE -- JAM! Movies - Artists - Tucker, Chris
The sequel "Rush Hour 3" will finally begin production this summer with Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan set to return for the franchise making film, Variety reports.
Tucker to sign on for 'Rush Hour 3'
Chris Tucker eager to shoot 'Rush Hour 3'
jam.canoe.ca /Movies/Artists/T/Tucker_Chris   (124 words)

  
 Chris Tucker @ Filmbug
Actor/comedian Chris Tucker, star of the box office hits Rush Hour and Money Talks, is one of Hollywood's fastest rising stars.
Commanding major mega-dollars per film, Chris Tucker is one of the funniest comics around.
Tell us what you think of Chris Tucker in the Filmbug forum...
www.filmbug.com /db/1151   (143 words)

  
 Chris Tucker
Biography: By the time Chris Tucker reached high school he knew he wanted to be a stand up comedian.
By watching performances of Eddie Murphy and Richard Pyor he became influenced by their styles.
Russell Simmons put Tucker on his "HBO Def Comedy Jam" show and gave him national exposure.
www.ez-entertainment.net /Tucker_Chris.htm   (79 words)

  
 CHRIS TUCKER at THESPIAN NET
Chris Tucker left his hometown at the age of twenty to pursue a career in standup comedy and acting.
After a few more supporting roles, Chris gained some popularity after his role in the surprise comedy hit Friday, as well as his co-starring role in Money Talks.
But Chris gained his biggest following by playing the crazy over-the-top radio DJ, Ruby Rhod, in The Fifth Element, almost stealing the entire movie from co-stars Bruce Willis and Milla Jovovich.
www.thespiannet.com /actors/T/tucker_chris/index.shtml   (230 words)

  
 YouTube - mere, chris tucker
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Chris Tucker doin classic stand-up in 93(A rare performance)
Chris Tucker doin classic stand up in 93
youtube.com /?v=MAe1g-HOX54   (83 words)

  
 MTV Movies | Chris Tucker
A limber, wiry fellow with a high-pitched voice and a delivery as fast as a mosquito's wing beats, he seems energy incarnate.
In regard to his acting, some have hailed him the next Eddie Murphy; indeed, Murphy was one of Tucker's icons while growing up.
A native of Atlanta, GA, Tucker's proclivity for comedy has been lifelong, beginning when he, the youngest of six children, used humor as an attention-getting device and as a way to g
www.mtv.com /movies/person/101596/personmain.jhtml   (159 words)

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