Christopher Keith Irvine, better known by the ring name Chris Jericho, is a professional wrestler, rock musician, and actor. He was born on November 9, 1970 in Manhasset, New York, the son of a Canadian couple. He holds dual American and Canadian citizenships.
In 1999, Jericho became the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Fozzy, who released their eponymous debut album the following year. The group's early work is composed largely of cover versions, although they have focused primarily on original material from their third album, All That Remains (2005), onward. Jericho has also appeared on numerous television shows over the years, including the 2011 season of Dancing with the Stars. He hosted the ABC game show Downfall, the 2011 edition of the Revolver Golden Gods Awards, and the UK's Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards in 2012 and 2017.
Jericho married Jessica Lockhart on July 30, 2000. They reside in Odessa, Florida, with their three children.
