Christopher Darden

Christopher Allen Darden, born on April 7, 1956, is an accomplished American attorney, author, actor, and educator. He made a significant mark in the legal world as a 15-year veteran of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office, where he gained widespread recognition as a co-prosecutor in the highly publicized O.J. Simpson murder trial.

Following his tenure in the District Attorney's office, Darden transitioned to academia, joining the faculty at Southwestern University School of Law. There, he focused on teaching criminal procedure and trial advocacy until 1999, when he established his own legal practice, Darden & Associates, Inc., which specializes in criminal defense and civil litigation. In December 2007, he was considered for a judgeship by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Darden has also had a prominent presence in media as a legal commentator for networks such as CNBC, CNN, Court TV, and NBC. His appearances extend beyond legal commentary; he has guest-starred in various television shows, including "Touched by an Angel," "Girlfriends," and "Roseanne." He showcased his versatility in entertainment through roles in "Liar Liar" and the TV movie "One Hot Summer Night," where he played a disgruntled police officer. He also served as the principal attorney on the syndicated legal show "Power of Attorney."

As an author, Darden penned "In Contempt," reflecting on his experiences during the Simpson trial, and collaborated with Dick Lochte on several crime novels, such as "The Trials of Nikki Hill" (1999), "LA Justice" (2000), and "The Last Defense" (2002).