Lil’ Chris at the ‘Loserville’ play press night
Lil’ Chris, born Christopher James Hardman on August 26, 1990, was an English singer-songwriter, actor, and television personality. Chris skyrocketed to fame after appearing on the Channel 4 series ‘Rock School.’ During his life, Chris released two albums — his self-titled album in 2006 and 2008’s ‘What’s It All About.’
Chris’s two albums had four singles. His most popular was ‘Checkin’ It Out,’ which hit No. 3 on the UK charts. 2006’s ‘Gettin’ Enough’ made it to No. 17, while his latter two singles — ‘Figure It Out’ and ‘We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off’ — didn’t break to top 50.
Chris sadly took his own life on March 23, 2015 at the age of 24. Chris had struggled with depression as his career began to falter. He was mourned by a number of fans who were deeply affected by his passing.
Here, Lil’ Chris poses for photos at the ‘Loserville’ play press night in London on Oct. 17, 2012. To see more images of the late star, continue to scroll through the gallery.
Lil’ Chris at the ‘Loserville’ musical photocall
Lil’ Chris at the ‘Loserville’ musical photocall in London on April 19, 2012. He played Francis.
Lil’ Chris at Thriller Live
Lil’ Chris at Thriller Live at the Lyric Theatre and after party at the Cafe de Paris in London on Jan. 21, 2009. He showed off his program to the cameras.
Lil’ Chris in London
Lil’ Chris in London on March 19, 2010. Chris rose to prominence in January 2006 after appearing in series two of Channel 4’s Rock School.
Lil’ Chris at the Launch Party For the Nokia 5800 Phone at Punk Nightclub
Lil’ Chris at the Launch Party For the Nokia 5800 Phone at Punk Nightclub in Soho Lil’ Chris on Jan. 27, 2009. He posed for photos before the event.
