Chris Tucker is an International award-winning actor, producer, and comedian, best known for his role as Detective James Carter in the Rush Hour blockbuster franchise. His career began in the early 90s when he became a favorite on Russell Simmons' HBO Def Comedy Jam, and rose to national prominence with his first starring role, alongside Ice Cube, in the 1995 cult classic, Friday. In 1997, Tucker executive produced and co-starred with Charlie Sheen in the hit movie, Money Talks and later appeared in Luc Besson's internationally successful film, The Fifth Element. He also co-starred in the 2013 Oscar-nominated film, Silver Linings Playbook.