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"SNL" Alum Chris Redd Broke His Silence On Selling Pills To Fellow Cast Members, And His Relationship With Costar Kenan Thompson's Ex-Wife

January 8, 2026

Chris Redd, a former 'Saturday Night Live' cast member, recently opened up about his past struggles with substance abuse, including selling pills to fellow cast members. In an emotional Instagram video, he also discussed his relationship with Christina Evangeline, ex-wife of his co-star Kenan Thompson, describing it as a unique and supportive bond that helped him confront his issues.

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Chris Redd admitted to selling pills to castmates during his time on 'SNL'.
He shared details about his relationship with Christina Evangeline, Kenan Thompson's ex-wife.
Redd described Evangeline as instrumental in encouraging him to seek therapy.
He aims for more vulnerability and openness in his personal life in 2026.
Redd's revelations were shared in a nearly six-minute Instagram video.

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"SNL" Alum Chris Redd Broke His Silence On Selling Pills To Fellow Cast Members, And His Relationship With Costar Kenan Thompson's Ex-Wife

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