Chris Vaughn
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Filmography
- *FilmingFeelin' Lucky
- IN-DEVLucky Bastard
- IN-DEVNine Terror Drive
- IN-DEVThey Call Me Israel
- 2023The Fifth Chair
- 2021On Our Own
- 2019The Seventh Day
- 2011Jerseyboy Hero
- 2008Stiletto
Director Story
Christopher Vaughn Messer, publicly known as Chris Vaughn, is an American singer-songwriter, film and music producer from New Jersey. Nicknamed “CeeVee,” by his close friend, Prince Be of PM Dawn, he is most recognized for his poetic lyrics, Jersey Shore roots, strong vocals, and remarkable versatility in the arts.
Chris Vaughn started writing poetry while he attended Shore Regional High School in New Jersey under the pen name “Littary” which became lyrics and melody lines for his first band (Against the Grain/Grayn). He quickly gained the attention of the local papers for his “teenage angst” and “strong vocals.” He has shared the stage with such acts like: Incubus, Dave Marks (Beach Boys), Princess and multi-platinum recording artist PM Dawn and other notables. Vaughn’s first documentary film which he wrote, produced, directed, starred and scored himself features him along side Bruce Springsteen, Nick Vallelonga and other recognizable faces.
Vaughn married his best friend, Shannon D’Astoli of Tenafly, NJ, in 1996 and had a private ceremony in 1998 for close family and friends. Their three children are Christian Vaughn Messer, Jayden Marc Messer, and Zane Michael Messer.
