Charles Esten

Was a contestant on "Scrabble" (1984) in 1990.

Known to motorcyclists everywhere as the star of the Riding Straight.

He met his future wife Patty at college.

He toured with the US version of Buddy Holly.

He is a member of the touring Improv All-Stars group.

He was nominated for a Helen Hayes Award.

As of 2006 he lives in Los Angeles with his family.

He directs his church choir.

His film debut was in The Postman, directed by Kevin Costner.

Made his theatrical debut playing Buddy Holly in the stage play of Buddy.

He graduated from The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia.

He was raised in Alexandria, Virginia

He has two daughters, Taylor and Addie, and one son, Chase.

He married Patty Esten on November 1991.

Tends to be credited by his nickname "Chip" for improv appearances but by given name "Charles" for acting parts.