Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo
Biography
Christopher Michael Russo (born October 18, 1959), also known as "Mad Dog", is an American sports radio personality best known as the former co-host of the Mike and the Mad Dog sports radio program with Mike Francesa, which was broadcast on WFAN in New York City and simulcasted on the YES Network. Russo joined Sirius XM Radio in August 2008 and operates his own channel, Mad Dog Sports Radio. He also hosts an afternoon radio show, Mad Dog Unleashed, SiriusXM Ch. 82 Mad Dog Sports Radio. Russo also joined MLB Network on March 31, 2014 and hosted his own show, High Heat, until 2024. He also frequently appears on ESPN’s First Take. Russo was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame on November 1, 2022.
Known For
Prominent works featuring Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo
Late Show with David Letterman
Caught Stealing
Bad Lieutenant
Dawson City: Frozen Time
High Heat
The Verdict
Mike and the Mad Dog
War on the Diamond
Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (8 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Caught Stealing | Mad Dog | Movie | 2025 |
 | The Verdict | Self - Host | TV Series | 2025 |
 | War on the Diamond | Self | Movie | 2021 |
 | Dawson City: Frozen Time | Himself | Movie | 2017 |
 | Mike and the Mad Dog | Self | Movie | 2017 |
 | High Heat | Self - Host | TV Series | 2014 |
 | Late Show with David Letterman | Self - Guest | TV Series | 1993 |
 | Bad Lieutenant | Radio Announcer #1 (voice) | Movie | 1992 |