You’ve seen him in “Rush Hour,” “Friday,” “Money Talks” and watched his stand-up routines on Def Comedy Jam. Chris Tucker is making a comeback like never before with his live concert movie, comedy tour and feature film.
“It feels great and exciting to be back on stage doing stand- up. I can finally be me and have complete creative control,” said Tucker.
The Fox Theater was packed Friday and Saturday night with hundreds of fans eagerly waiting to hear Chris Tucker. People from all over the southeast came to support the comedian. He was very comfortable on stage and he jokingly thanked the audience for helping him pay his taxes. Chris Tucker’s “Guess Who’s Back Tour” featured new comedians and will be made into a feature film that will be released on DVD.
Tucker looks to Eddie Murphy, Bill Cosby and Richard Pryor for comedic inspiration, as well as his own personal life. He mentioned several celebrities in his performance, including his “Rush Hour” co-star Jackie Chan and Michael Jackson. Tucker also impersonated former President Bill Clinton, as he humorously gave details about their trip to Africa. The Fox Theater was filled with laughter and applause for two hours. Occasionally an audience member would yell out, “Are you doing another Friday?” After all of the “Friday” outburst, he said he has not made a decision either way.
“The show was very tasteful and I laughed from beginning to end,” said Vanessa Carter, a show attendee.
The live comedy movie is not Tucker’s only project. Tucker will play the role of Danny in David O. Russell’s new feature film “Silver Lining Playbook.” Tucker is acting with an all- star cast that includes “Hunger Games” Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper and Robert DeNiro.
“This is a smaller part than I usually do, but working with DeNiro was definitely a highlight for me,”Tucker said. “My character encourages Pat [played by Bradley Cooper] to stay positive and helps him find hope.”
“Silver Linings Playbook” is a romantic comedy drama about a teacher named Pat who serves time in a mental institution. Pat meets Danny, played by Chris Tucker, in the mental institution. Danny helps Pat find his silver lining.
A movie and comedy tour have kept Chris Tucker a busy man, but he doesn’t plan to stop there. Tucker seems ambitious, motivated and ready to get back to the big screen. Although he said he is unsure about doing another “Friday,” he is considering doing another “Rush Hour” movie, as well as looking for more serious acting roles. Tucker’s inspiration for acting is Sidney Poitier.
“I want more acting roles, more touring and I’m even thinking about writing a book,” Tucker said.
Chris Tucker’s “Guess Who’s Back” tour will stop next at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. Tucker is taking his tour all over the world and tickets are available on ticketmaster.com. “Silver Linings Playbook” will open in theaters everywhere Nov. 21, 2012.