Christopher Brendan Ward IV (born September 2, 1975), better known by the stage name MC Chris (stylized in all lower case),[4] is an American rapper, voice actor, comedian, and writer.

He is recognized for his high-pitched voice and for blending his "geek” background with a “gangsta rap” persona, leading to the popularization of the nerdcore genre originally pioneered by MC Frontalot.

He also worked on Sealab 2021, contributing as a writer and voicing the recurring character Hesh Hepplewhite, as well as playing the twins who portray Dolphin Boy in a behind-the-scenes episode.

[11] He continued working on the mc chris cartoon, crowdfunding part of the pilot's production,[12] and planned to collaborate with the creators of Metalocalypse for the full series.

However, the show was never completed or aired on Cartoon Network, in part due to tensions stemming from the assault and unresolved issues between mc chris and Thompson.

Additionally, waning interest in Ward's music, highlighted by increasing concerns and criticisms from fans regarding his behavior and interactions,[16][17][18][19] further contributed to the decision to put the mc chris cartoon on hold indefinitely.

[32][33] In July 2012, Ward instructed security guards at his Philadelphia show to eject an audience member who had criticized his opening act, Richie Branson, on Twitter.