Striking comedy gold? Chris Rock’s net worth exploded after his Netflix deal. The longtime comedian released the first-ever live comedy special on the streaming platform and he made big bank from his two specials.
Born Christopher Julius Rock on February 7, 1965, in Andrews, South Carolina, he eventually moved to Brooklyn, New York. His primetime TV show Everybody Hates Chris is based on his life growing up.
After garnering small roles in shows like Miami Vice, Chris broke out into the comedy scene and eventually landed in the cast of Saturday Night Live.
After starring in the sketch comedy show, he ventured out to more Hollywood-type roles and toured where he would continuously be one of the top-earning comedians each year.
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