Chris Redd is an American comedian and actor who earned widespread recognition as a cast member on the iconic sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, where his sharp wit and memorable characters made him a standout performer for five seasons. Born Christopher Jerell Redd on March 25, 1985, he first honed his craft on the stand-up comedy circuit, developing a distinctive voice that blended observational humor with energetic physicality. His big-screen breakthrough came with a role in the 2016 mockumentary Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, a film that showcased his comedic range alongside a star-studded ensemble and helped elevate his profile in the entertainment industry.

Redd’s career reached new heights in 2017 when he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live ahead of its 43rd season. During his tenure on the long-running NBC show, he became known for his versatile impressions, original characters, and musical comedy sketches, quickly establishing himself as a fan favorite. His contributions to the show’s celebrated musical segments earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics in 2018, an honor he received for co-writing the viral song "Come Back Barack," a comedic tribute to former President Barack Obama. This achievement underscored his talent not only as a performer but also as a writer capable of crafting culturally resonant humor.

While balancing his duties on Saturday Night Live, Redd also expanded his television and film résumé. He appeared in the Netflix sitcom Disjointed from 2017 to 2018, starring alongside Kathy Bates in a role that allowed him to explore scripted comedy beyond sketch formats. He later took on a leading role in the NBC sitcom Kenan, which aired from 2021 to 2022, starring opposite Kenan Thompson, his fellow Saturday Night Live alum. The series, centered on a widowed father navigating family and career, gave Redd the opportunity to display his dramatic-adjacent comedic skills, further cementing his status as a versatile actor in the industry.

After departing Saturday Night Live in 2022, Redd has continued to build a dynamic career, performing stand-up comedy across the country and taking on new projects in both film and television. His work remains characterized by a fearless approach to comedy and a willingness to tackle social and political themes with humor and insight. With a growing body of work that spans sketch comedy, sitcoms, and film, Redd has solidified his place as one of the most distinctive comedic voices of his generation, and his continued evolution as an entertainer keeps audiences eager to see what he will do next.