Christophe Zajac-Denek is a multifaceted American artist, equally adept at acting, drumming, and stunt work. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he relocated to Los Angeles in 2009, marking the beginning of a successful career in the entertainment industry.
Christophe's recent projects include starring in the upcoming film Sasquatch Sunset (2024),alongside notable actors Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough. His previous work includes a stint as a cast member in The Return Season of Twin Peaks (2017),directed by the acclaimed David Lynch. In this role, he played Ike "The Spike" Stadtler, a ruthless hitman.
In addition to his work in film and television, Christophe has made numerous appearances on popular shows, such as Jimmy Kimmel Live (2016-2020),Lemon (2017),Fresh Off The Boat (2016),Tales of Halloween (2015),A Million Ways To Die In The West (2014),and Paul (2011).
As a skilled drummer, Christophe has had the opportunity to play on Jimmy Kimmel Live (2016) with the house band Cleto and the Cletones and on The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2009-2010) with Yuto Miyazawa. He also made a memorable appearance as the drumming baby in the film Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016).
Prior to his move to Hollywood, Christophe co-founded an original band from Detroit called The Hard Lessons (2003-2008),which toured the US and Europe.
As a stunt performer, Christophe has been called upon for a variety of roles, including wielding multiple weapons and performing combat choreography in scenes with stars Kyle MacLachlan and Naomi Watts on Twin Peaks (2017). He also starred as the superhero Puck in Deadpool Musical 2 (2018),showcasing his extensive combat choreography skills. In OZ: The Great and Powerful (2013),Christophe flew on wires and drove a team of horses, while in Paul (2011),he served as the movement and motion reference for the CGI lead/title character.
Beyond his work in film and television, Christophe is a dedicated advocate for people of short stature. He hosts and produces a podcast called I'm Kind Of A Big Deal, which explores the exceptional lives of individuals with dwarfism. Christophe also creates media and journalism works that have been featured on ipondr.com, a platform dedicated to promoting the experiences and perspectives of little people.
Throughout his career, Christophe has been a driving force in elevating the representation of little people in Hollywood and society. He has presented at major corporations and conferences, using his platform to raise awareness and promote inclusivity. Christophe's ultimate goal is to work towards a level of parity for people of short stature in the entertainment industry and beyond.
