History of Kevin Hart in Timeline

Kevin Hart is an American comedian and actor recognized for his stand-up performances and film roles. He has received nominations for four Primetime Emmy Awards, highlighting his impact on the entertainment industry. Hart's career spans various comedy genres, contributing significantly to the landscape of modern comedy.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1970: Car accident on Mulholland Highway

On September 1, 2019, Kevin Hart was a passenger in a 1970 Plymouth Barracuda that went off Mulholland Highway and rolled down an embankment near Calabasas, California. He and the driver suffered "major back injuries" and were hospitalized. He was released from the hospital 10 days later.

2003: Marriage to Torrei Skipper

In 2003, Kevin Hart married Torrei Skipper.

2005: Birth of daughter

In 2005, Kevin Hart and Torrei Skipper had a daughter.

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2007: Birth of son

In 2007, Kevin Hart and Torrei Skipper had a son.

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2010: Divorce filing

In 2010, Kevin Hart and Torrei Skipper filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences. Hart requested joint custody of their two children.

2010: Avid poker player

Since around 2010, Kevin Hart has been an avid poker player, participating in major tournaments like the World Series of Poker.

November 2011: Finalization of divorce

In November 2011, Kevin Hart's divorce from Torrei Skipper was finalized.

April 14, 2013: Charged on suspicion of drunk driving

On April 14, 2013, Kevin Hart was charged on suspicion of drunk driving after his vehicle nearly collided with a tanker truck on a Southern California freeway. He failed a field sobriety test and was booked for misdemeanor driving under the influence.

August 18, 2014: Engagement to Eniko Parrish

On August 18, 2014, Kevin Hart became engaged to Eniko Parrish.

2014: World Series of Poker

In 2014, Kevin Hart cashed in one event for $4,783 at the World Series of Poker.

August 13, 2016: Marriage to Eniko Parrish

On August 13, 2016, Kevin Hart married Eniko Parrish near Santa Barbara, California.

November 21, 2017: Birth of first child with Eniko Parrish

On November 21, 2017, Kevin Hart and Eniko Parrish's first child was born.

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2017: Brand Ambassador for PokerStars

In 2017, Kevin Hart became the Brand Ambassador for PokerStars and was featured in their ad campaigns and promotional content alongside Usain Bolt.

September 1, 2019: Car accident on Mulholland Highway

September 2020: Earnings in live tournament cashes

As of September 2020, Kevin Hart has earned $47,828 in live tournament cashes.

September 29, 2020: Birth of second child with Eniko Parrish

On September 29, 2020, Kevin Hart and Eniko Parrish had their second child, a daughter.

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August 2022: Vegan restaurant Hart House debut

In August 2022, Kevin Hart debuted his vegan restaurant, Hart House, in Los Angeles, California. Hart House was designed to compete with fast-food chains by "offering flavorful plant-based alternatives" with a menu of veggie burgers and Chick'n products. The restaurant's offerings are claimed to be "entirely free of cholesterol, antibiotics, hormones, artificial colors, preservatives, high-fructose corn syrup, or trans fats", and inspired by Hart's own "health nut" lifestyle.

November 2022: Hart House opens second location

In November 2022, Kevin Hart's vegan restaurant Hart House opened a second location in Monrovia, California.

May 2023: Hart House opens third location

In May 2023, Hart House opened a third location on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California.

June 2023: Hart House opens fourth location

In June 2023, Kevin Hart's vegan restaurant Hart House opened its fourth location near the University of Southern California campus.

August 23, 2023: Tore lower abductors racing

On August 23, 2023, Kevin Hart raced former National Football League running back Stevan Ridley in a 40-yard race and tore his lower abductors. He required a wheelchair as part of his recovery.

April 2024: Height clarification on 60 Minutes

In an April 2024 interview on 60 Minutes, Kevin Hart clarified his actual height, stating, "I'm 5-foot-5, like with a shoe on, like a sneaker. Now, if I put a boot on, I can get to 5'5" and a half." This clarification came after discrepancies in media reports.