Chad Ridgely is a multifaceted entertainment professional, boasting a diverse career as a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director. As the founder of Full Auto Films, he brings a unique blend of experience to the table, having previously worked as a police officer and celebrity bodyguard.
As a regular performer on the LA comedy circuit, Ridgely honed his craft at The Groundlings Theatre, a renowned improvisational company that has launched the careers of comedy legends such as Will Ferrell, Phil Hartman, and Melissa McCarthy.
Ridgely is perhaps best known within the horror genre for his work on the award-winning comedy horror films Massacre on Aisle 12 and 6:66 PM, which he wrote, starred in, and produced. His breakthrough in the comedy world came with the creation and starring role in the FOX-produced sketch-comedy series, The Chad Ridgely Show. This led to widespread recognition and millions of views for his digital comedy content and comedy music videos.
Throughout his career, Ridgely has appeared in a wide range of film and television projects, including Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Red Letters, Ice: The Movie, Murder Eleven, and Indican Pictures' animated feature The Trouble with Terkel.
Born in Washington, D.C., Ridgely holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland, College Park.
