In 2011 , Tucker made a comeback to stand-up comedy . The next year , he returned to film in '' Silver Linings Playbook '' , co-starring Bradley Cooper , Jennifer Lawrence , and Robert De Niro . Tucker 's performance in the film was well received by critics and audiences alike . The film itself received numerous nominations and awards including the Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Cast . He also hosted the 2013 BET Awards . In 2016 he appeared in Billy Lynn 's Long Halftime Walk
2013 BET Awards
BET Awards 2013
Chris Tucker