Who is Christopher Boykin? See Net-worth, Quote, Awards, Fact, Wiki

Christopher Boykin Wiki Biography

Christopher Boykin is a Raleigh, North Carolina-born American musician and entertainer who is probably best known for appearing in “Rob & Big”, a reality television show aired from 2006-2008. Born on 13 January 1972, he is currently prominent as a television personality, entrepreneur and a professional bodyguard. Christopher is noted for his heavy physique which suits him best at this latter profession. and as he has also had combat experiences gathered from his previous service in US Navy, and has made a reputation as a celebrity bodyguard who has served many major celebrities bagging big salaries. Of Afro-American descent, Christopher has been active in the field of entertainment since 2002, previously serving in the US Navy.

A popular name when it comes to television personalities, how rich is Christopher Boykin? As of 2015, he counts his net worth at $3 million, his major source of income being the reality show “Rob & Big”, as well as others, but also from his body-guarding work.

Christopher Boykin Net Worth $3 Million

Christopher was raised in Wiggins, Mississippi and he started his career as a chef in the US Navy, while he also gathered different skills required to become a professional body guard. Eventually, Boykin started getting noticed for his big build, and he used this complemented by his combat skills to become a professional bodyguard. While he was succeeding as a bodyguard, he went on to serve Rob Dyrdek, a professional skateboarder, who eventually showed him ways onto television. Boykin and Rob started appearing in the MTV show entitled “Rob and Big”, which gave a chance for Boykin to become a popular television personality.

Often known as “Big Black” in reference to his big frame and race, he began appearing in yet another MTV show with Rob, which was named “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory”. This was also another reality show which basically revolved around Rob’s skateboard business and profession, and in which Boykin also had a great role. More recently, Christopher has taken some time to be with his family and does not appear in Rob’s reality show. However, all these realty show appearances and his full time job as Rob’s bodyguard have contributed significantly in raising his wealth.

Additionally, Boykin has also put his hand into music and business ventures. Currently, he owns a clothing line which is named “Big Black” with reference to his nick name, and which venture deals with plus size clothing, and has been successful in the fashion market where Boykin is starting to gain further popularity. This clothing line has also been serving as one of his important sources of income.

As for his personal life, Christopher is a father of a daughter, Isis Rea Boykin who was born on 2008 to his wife Shannon(m. 2008). Boykin’s daughter came to highlight as he publicly left his reality show appearances to give time to her. To add to his interesting life, Boykin is also a two times Guinness record holder both of which are related to eating. As of now, he lives his celebrated life complemented by his steady net worth.



Full Name Christopher Boykin
Net Worth $3 Million
Date Of Birth January 13, 1972, Raleigh, Mississippi, United States
Height 6 ft 5 in (1.9812 m)
Profession Comedian, Sailor, Bodyguard, Musician, TV Personality, Screenwriter, Businessperson, Actor
Nationality American
Spouse Shannon Turley (m. 2008-2009)
Children Isis Rea Boykin
Nicknames Big Black , Christopher ‘Big Black’ Boykin , Christopher Boykin , Wiggi , Black Lavender
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Christopher-Big-Black-Boykin/149875831712245
Twitter http://www.twitter.com/bigblack
IMDB www.imdb.com/name/nm2422857
Nominations Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Male Reality Star
Movies Rob & Big, Sk8 Life, The DC Video (2003), Celebrity P.O.V. (TV Series documentary, 2015)
TV Shows Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory (2009), Rob & Big (2006-2008), Arby’s Action Sports Awards (2006), The B-List (TV program), Skate 2 (2009), Ridiculousness (TV show), Guy Code, Snack Off (2014)

Writer

Title Year Status Character
Rob & Big 2008 TV Series creator – 15 episodes

Actor

Title Year Status Character
Rob & Big 2006 TV Series Big Black
Sk8 Life 2006 Big Black
The DC Video 2003 Video Big Black

Producer

Title Year Status Character
Rob & Big 2006 TV Series producer

Self

Title Year Status Character
Celebrity P.O.V. 2015 TV Series documentary Himself
Snack Off 2014 TV Series Himself
Hooters 2012 International Swimsuit Pageant 2012 TV Special Himself – Judge
Ridiculousness 2011 TV Series Himself
Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory 2011 TV Series Himself
Rob & Big 2006-2008 TV Series Himself
Last Call with Carson Daly 2008 TV Series Himself
Jimmy Kimmel Live! 2008 TV Series Himself
Arby’s Action Sports Awards 2006 TV Special Himself

Nominated Awards

Year Award Ceremony Nomination Movie
2008 Teen Choice Award Teen Choice Awards Choice TV Male Reality/Variety Star Rob & Big (2006)

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