Amy Schumer met Chris Fischer in 2017, and the connection was instant. It wasn’t a Hollywood romance—no grand gestures or orchestrated meet-cutes. Chris, a professional chef from Martha’s Vineyard, was the brother of Amy’s personal assistant, Molly. What started as a casual introduction quickly turned into a relationship that had them planning a birthday party together for Schumer’s close friend, comedian Rachel Feinstein.
A few months later, Chris proposed, and in true Amy fashion, she pulled off a wedding in record time. On February 13, 2018, just days after announcing their relationship on Instagram, they got married in an intimate, last-minute ceremony in Malibu. The guest list included Jennifer Lawrence, Judd Apatow, and Jennifer Aniston, many of whom received a simple text from Amy saying, “Hey, this is happening. If you can make it, great. If not, no worries.” The wedding was casual, fun, and everything you’d expect from a couple who didn’t care for Hollywood glitz.
Who Is Amy Schumer’s Husband? All About Chris Fischer and Their Son, Gene
Amy Schumer married her husband, Chris Fischer, a professional chef, in February 2018, and they welcomed their son, Gene David Fischer, on May 5, 2019. Due to Amy’s health challenges, the couple cannot have more kids. After their wedding, Chris was diagnosed as autistic, and he and Amy have openly discussed the possibility that their son may also be on the spectrum, embracing their family’s unique dynamic with humor and love.
In March 2019, a little over a year following their wedding, Schumer made a public revelation in her Netflix special, Amy Schumer: Growing—Chris had been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. She spoke candidly about the early signs she noticed, like his blunt honesty and unique way of processing emotions. There was a moment she recalled when she tripped on a walk, and instead of reacting with alarm, Chris just stood there opening and closing his mouth.
To her, his diagnosis wasn’t something negative—it was simply a part of what made him the man she loved. “The things that made it clear he was on the spectrum are all the reasons I fell madly in love with him,” she said. The diagnosis gave Chris a better understanding of himself and provided the couple with tools to strengthen their relationship.
By May 5, 2019, their world expanded with the arrival of their son, Gene Attell Fischer. His middle name was a tribute to Amy Schumer’s longtime friend, comedian Dave Attell, but within a year, they realized they had accidentally named their child something that sounded like “genital.” In a classic Schumer move, she openly joked about it and announced in April 2020 on her 3 Girls, 1 Keith podcast that his name had been changed to Gene David Fischer—David being both her father’s middle name and Attell’s first name.
Amy Schumer’s pregnancy was far from easy. She suffered from hyperemesis gravidarum, a condition that caused relentless nausea and vomiting. She was hospitalized multiple times, yet continued performing stand-up while pregnant, even filming a documentary, Expecting Amy, that showcased her struggles. The birth itself wasn’t a breeze either—after a 3-hour C-section, Chris held her hand through it all, an act of unwavering support she later described as a moment that solidified their bond.
The couple had hoped to expand their family further, and in early 2020, Schumer underwent IVF. She documented her experience, sharing with fans that she retrieved 31 eggs, but only one viable embryo. Ultimately, the process took a toll on her physically and emotionally, and after a hysterectomy in 2021 to treat her endometriosis, she accepted that Gene would be their only child. Still, she’s grateful. “I got the perfect kid,” she has said.
Gene, now five years old, already shows signs of being a natural comedian. Schumer has said he enjoys making people laugh but is also sensitive about it—he only likes being laughed at when he’s intending to be funny. He once told his mom “No laugh” when she chuckled at something he said. Amy Schumer, ever the comic, tried to explain that laughter is a sign of love. Whether he follows in her footsteps remains to be seen, but she’s already remarked that she sees glimpses of humor in him.
One topic that comes up often in interviews is the possibility of Gene being on the autism spectrum like his dad. In March 2022, on Chelsea Handler’s Dear Chelsea podcast, Amy Schumer stated, “I think the statistics are pretty strong toward he will most likely have autism.” But she has no anxiety about it. “Most of my favorite people are on the spectrum,” she said. She’s not watching for signs with worry or dread—she’s just raising a happy, healthy child.
The pandemic brought the family even closer. While the world shut down, they started filming Amy Schumer Learns to Cook, a quarantine cooking show where Chris attempted to teach Amy the basics of the kitchen. Shot entirely by their nanny on an iPhone, the show became an unexpected hit, earning an Emmy nomination. Schumer jokingly called it a scam, saying, “I just wanted to drink while he cooked.” But in truth, it was a reflection of their dynamic—Chris, the patient and skilled teacher; Amy, the chaotic and endearing student.
Their life together is unconventional, but it works. They don’t operate by Hollywood’s standards, nor do they try to fit into traditional molds. Chris isn’t a red-carpet guy; he’s more comfortable in a kitchen or on a farm. Amy is as raw and honest about her personal life as she is in her comedy. They’ve built a marriage on love, humor, and a deep understanding of each other’s quirks. Their journey—from whirlwind romance to marriage, parenthood, and navigating life with autism—has been anything but typical. But then again, Amy Schumer was never one for doing things the traditional way.
