John Crist, the comedian known for his faith-based humor, has faced some serious challenges in his personal life. In 2019, he took a hiatus from the limelight after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced. As a Christian comedian, these accusations were particularly damaging to his career. Recently, Crist addressed the allegations, admitting to some un-Christlike behavior. The future of his career remains uncertain, but many fans are disappointed in him. Here are 10 lesser-known facts about John Crist.
1. A Homeschooled Upbringing
Raised in Georgia, John Crist grew up in a large, sheltered family and was homeschooled. He has drawn on his homeschooling experiences for some of his comedy routines, although he has faced criticism from the homeschool community.
2. Battling Depression
Like many others, John Crist has been open about his struggles with mental health. Throughout his life, he has grappled with depression, which he has discussed in his comedy routines. Comedy has become a therapeutic outlet for him.
3. First Job at Chick-Fil-A
John Crist’s first job as a teenager was at a local Chick-Fil-A restaurant. He was eventually fired for stirring lemonade with his hand when he couldn’t find a stirrer.
4. Over 100 Million YouTube Views
In addition to his live shows, John Crist has become a viral sensation on the internet. His YouTube channel has 531,000 subscribers and his videos have amassed a total of 113,392,045 views.
5. A Pastor’s Son
Religion has always been a significant part of John’s life, as his father, Johnny, was a pastor for many years. Johnny later entered politics and served as the mayor of Liburn, Georgia before resigning in 2020.
6. Comedy Career Began at Chili’s
John Crist’s comedy career started at a local Chili’s restaurant, where he performed his first stand-up show during an open mic night. His career has come a long way since then.
7. A Foray into Music
In 2019, John Crist ventured into the music world, releasing a single called “Check Your Heart” which reached 31 on the U.S. Christian charts. He has not mentioned any plans for a full-length project.
8. Relationship with Singer Lauren Alaina
John Crist dated singer Lauren Alaina for about eight months between 2018 and 2019. Alaina is best known for her time as a contestant on American Idol, where she finished as the runner-up in season 10. She has avoided getting involved in Crist’s recent controversies.
9. A Love for Touring
John Crist’s favorite aspect of his job is touring, as it allows him to meet fans from different parts of the country. He told the Charleston Christian Voice, “My favorite part of touring is meeting people from different areas of the country and hearing how my comedy has impacted them or their favorite part of my act.”
10. Merchandise for Fans
John Crist has a devoted fan base that loves to support him in any way they can, including purchasing his merchandise. He has an eCommerce store where he sells items such as hats, t-shirts, and hoodies featuring sayings and phrases from his comedy routines.
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