Chris Hardwick Biography Christopher Ryan "Chris" Hardwick was born on Nov. 23, 1971, is an American actor, television personality, writer, musician, & comedian. Chris Hardwick was born in Louisville, Kentucky, the son of late professional bowler Billy Hardwick and Marge Hardwick, a Pediatrician. He was named after American sportscaster Chris Schenkel. He raised up in Tennessee, but attende... more.