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Chris Hardwick is an American comedian, actor, television and podcast host, writer, and producer. He is widely known for hosting Talking Dead, the aftershow for The Walking Dead franchise, and for creating Nerdist Industries. Hardwick's career spans various media platforms, making him a versatile figure in the entertainment industry. He is also known for his standup comedy.

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Career Timeline

2003C$0.1M

Singled Out Hosting Gig

Chris co-hosts MTV's "Singled Out." It gains early exposure.

2006C$0.5M+$0.4M

Stand-Up Comedy Focus

He focuses on stand-up comedy. Chris starts to build his persona.

2010B$1M+$0.5M

Nerdist Industries Creation

He creates Nerdist Industries. It becomes a content hub.

2011A$3M+$2M

Talking Dead Host

He begins hosting "Talking Dead". It helps him gain recognition.

2015B$8M+$5M

Versatile Media Figure

He continues to work across various media platforms. Chris shows range.

2018B$12M+$4M

Brief Controversy

Faces allegations, impacting his career momentarily. His career is momentarily stalled.

2019B$13M+$1M

Return to Hosting

Returns to hosting "Talking Dead" after brief hiatus. Chris makes a comeback.

2026B$15M+$2M

Pop Culture Commentator

He remains a versatile figure in entertainment. He continues to succeed.

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Last updated: February 25, 2026