Explorer, Treasure Hunter, Filmmaker
Daring explorer, tenacious treasure hunter, and fearless filmmaker, Christian B. Roper pushes the boundaries of discovery.
From an early age, he was destined for a life of adventure. A third-generation explorer - his parents were dive guides in Mexico, his grandfather was a high-ranking member of the Antarctic expedition known as Operation Highjump, and his uncle even discovered a 17th century Spanish shipwreck in the murky waters of Panamá. Christian's childhood, steeped in stories, lit the spark that would lead him to become a modern-day myth hunter.
Christian learning to dive at a young age.
Christian on the shores of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala.
Paranormal experiences during his childhood further convinced him the world is still full of mystery and led to the purchase of his first camera, a passion he has yet to lose. Cameras, and a search for truth, would take him to Mexican villages in an effort to rewrite the official death of a pirate, to remote forests of the Pacific Northwest in search of the Sasquatch, and to Utah’s Uinta Basin in an effort to capture footage of UFOs.
“AN AUTHORITY ON PIRATE TREASURE STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD”
Christian metal detecting in rough surf.
Christian made a name for himself through his pursuits into pirate lore, his involvement in pirate research spanning from Jean Laffite to Blackbeard and Captain Kidd landed him worldwide audiences. He would go on to collaborate with world-famous Oak Island treasure hunting duo Rick and Marty Lagina, with the duo assisting Christian’s History Channel expedition as he led a team of divers in search of the lost loot.
After leading an internationally broadcast expedition seeking pirate treasure, he would join a number of other expeditionary efforts. He is currently filming a documentary on humpback whales in the Pacific and has plans to soon search for a new species of salamander.
His academic background includes a degree in marketing from the top-ranked University of Texas at Austin as well as additional pursuits in Antarctic studies and digital archaeology from Universidad Nacional de Córdoba and Sapienza Università di Roma.
When not searching for truth and treasure, Christian enjoys playing music and traveling the world with his girlfriend, Emmy-winning journalist Autumn Jones. He is finishing his first book, Framing Fiction: A Filmmaker’s Experiences Chasing the Unknown - a deep-dive into his experiences investigating legends around the world and the strong impact storytelling can have on communities.
A seasoned diver and skilled researcher, Christian has documented some of his thrilling expeditions in television series, documentaries, and upcoming educational and book projects, captivating audiences worldwide. His unrelenting determination and fiery passion for exploration have placed him at the forefront of a new generation of adventurers, and he aims to bring these adventures to a screen near you.
