For those who may not remember, Everybody Hates Chris is a period sitcom that takes place between 1982 and 1987. It is inspired by comedian Chris Rock's memories of his adolescent years, and, as such, follows the life of a young Black boy named Chris, who tries to make it with his chaotic family and an all-white school in Brooklyn. It follows him as he navigates life with his eccentric family members, including frugal father Julius, intimidating mother Rochelle, spoiled sister Tonya, and younger brother Drew, who is more popular than Chris. Being a sufficiently underrated TV show, it definitely deserved more attention and praise while it was on air. Indeed, the show aired from 2005 to 2009, ending after only four seasons.
Luckily, although the show ended somewhat abruptly, the series finale of Everybody Hates Chris saw Chris leaving high school and moving on to college. After graduating from college, Chris returned home to Brooklyn, where he opened up his own comedy club. The show wrapped up with him reuniting with his family and friends from the neighborhood, including his former love interest Ashley. Everyone gathered around to celebrate the success of both Chris' comedy career and his new nightclub. After our happy ending to the show, let's check out where the cast of Everybody Hates Chris is today.
Tyler James Williams
Tyler James Williams, who starred in Everybody Hates Chris as Chris, has had a successful career since the show ended. After starring in one of the best Black sitcoms, he has appeared in Dear White People, The Walking Dead, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, and Whiskey Cavalier. More recently, he snagged some film roles in The United States vs. Billie Holiday and The Wedding Year. He is also an advocate for Crohn's disease awareness after being diagnosed with it in 2017. Of course, Williams' most prominent role right now is arguably Gregory Eddie, one of the main teachers in the hit show Abbott Elementary.
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Tichina Arnold
After Everybody Hates Chris, Tichina Arnold continued to have a successful acting career. She had previously been known for roles in shows like Martin and All My Children, and she has since appeared in films such as Clover, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, Countdown, and Wonder London. Arnold also regularly appears alongside best friend Tisha Campbell to host TV events such as the Soul Train Awards. However, fans will have to give up hope on a Martin revival as the cast made it clear it won't be happening (via PEOPLE).
Terry Crews
After the end of Everybody Hates Chris, Terry Crews continued to appear in film projects and TV shows. Before the show premiered, Crews made small appearances in films such as The Longest Yard (2005) and TV shows like My Wife and Kids (2003). However, it was his portrayal of Chris' father Julius that put him on the map. From then on, Crews became increasingly busy with his hands in multiple cookie jars, notably starring as Sergeant Terry Jeffords in Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Recently, he also voiced Tentacular for 2022's animation project Rumble. Additionally, he'll continue hosting duties for America's Got Talent and America's Got Talent: The Champions, as well as providing voiceover work for Cartoon Network's Craig of the Creek. Additionally, he has delved into video game streaming with son Isaiah playing Danganronpa Trigger Happy Havoc. To this day, per Looper, Crews is still inspired by his character Julius.
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Tequan Richmond
Tequan Richmond's career after Everybody Hates Chris was fairly successful. He continued to act in various films and television shows, including the film Ride Along 2 alongside Ice Cube and Kevin Hart. In 2017, he appeared as a guest star in an episode of The Mick. He also released several mixtapes under his rap moniker T-Rich, including the 2018 album The Great Depression.
Imani Hakim
Imani Hakim starred as Tonya in Everybody Hates Chris. She portrayed Olympic gold medalist Shaun White in an episode of the show in 2012. In 2013, she appeared in the music video for We Can't Stop by Miley Cyrus. In 2017, Hakim announced that she had quit acting to concentrate on her studies at Columbia University and pursue a career in medicine.
Vincent Martella
After the end of Everybody Hates Chris, Vincent Martella continued to pursue his acting career. He has been making his way doing voice work for popular shows like Phineas and Ferb and video games such as Final Fantasy XIII and Disney Infinity. Additionally, he starred in Clinger and McFarland.
Chris Rock
Chris Rock narrated in Everybody Hates Chris, along with the show being based on his childhood memories growing up. Rock shows us a first-hand view of the racial injustices in the 80s, especially with him going to an all-white school. Since the show has ended, Rock has helped produced Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell, Death at a Funeral, and Sidetracked. He has also held roles in Death at a Funeral, Grown Ups, Nobody's Fool, and Look at Me.
