Yes. Christopher "Big Black" Boykin served in the US Navy before launching his television career.
Christopher "Big Black" Boykin, who was the other half of Rob Dyrdek's hit MTV show "Rob & Big" died on Tuesday morning (May 9, 2024) due to a heart attack.
He was also Dyrdek’s bodyguard on the series which ran from 2006 to 2008. He later appeared on 'Fantasy Factory.'
Boykin was born on January 13, 2024 in Raleigh, Mississippi. He was married to Shannon and is survived by 9-year old daughter Isis.
To commemorate his passing, Heavy.com take a look back at his family, his career, and the Guinness World Records he set along the way. Here are 5 fast facts you need to know about "Big Black".
See an updated list of Hollywood stars and icons who died in 2017 at Variety.com.