While this precocious young actor came to prominence when Chris Rock handpicked him to star as the comedian's younger self in the sitcom
Everybody Hates Chris in 2005, Williams was already a veteran of the entertainment industry. At age 4 he won a role on
Sesame Street and later appeared in TV commercials and a handful of series. But
Everybody Hates Chris showcased his superb comic timing and natural charisma.
Tyler James Williams Fast Facts:- Started acting at age 4 on Sesame Street.
- Provided the voice of Bobby in Bill Cosby's animated series Little Bill.
- During his audition for Everybody Hates Chris, made a substitution for a curse word when reading the script.
- Tyler James Williams Relationships:
- Angela Williams - Mother
- Le'Roy Williams - Father
- Tylen Jacob Williams - Brother
- Tyrel Jackson Williams - Brother