According to Ellen, Chris has a Jewish mother, and even though he wasn't raised in a religious household, he and Ellen still like to celebrate Jewish holidays together. As the actress told Tel Aviv newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth, "My husband didn't grow up in a religious family, and I didn't either, but we celebrate Hanukkah and Passover, and I would very much like to celebrate Shabbat evenings, too. I define myself more as a spiritual person than a religious one, but I want my children to learn and know the Jewish holidays that are so beautiful." Chris has a Star of David tattoo on his chest and often wears a Star of David chain as well.