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   John Elroy Sanford [1] (December 9, 1922 – October 11, 1991), better known by his stage name Redd Foxx, was an American stand-up comedian and actor. Foxx gained success with his raunchy nightclub act before and during the civil rights movement .

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3. www.britannica.com › biography › Redd-FoxxRedd Foxx | Biography, Comedy, Sanford and Son, & Facts ...

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   Oct 7, 2024 · Redd Foxx was an American comedian known for his raunchy stand-up routines. His style of comedy, which featured foul language and highly adult subject matter, influenced generations of comics. He was also a television actor, star of the hit TV series Sanford and Son, which ran from 1972 to 1977.

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4. www.imdb.com › name › nm0289359Redd Foxx - IMDb

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   Redd Foxx. Actor: Sanford and Son. Redd Foxx began doing stand-up comedy on the infamous "Chitlin' Circuit" in the 1940s and 1950s. Foxx was one of the premier "blue humor" comedians. Blue humor was very dirty, too dirty for white audiences.

   • Birth Date: January 1, 1
   • Birth Place: St. Louis, Missouri, USA

   • Death Date: January 1, 1
   • Death Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

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6. www.cnn.com › videos › tv-showsRedd Foxx had a hit TV show, but he died broke | CNN

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   Jul 13, 2023 · Comedian and actor Redd Foxx died broke, even though he had one of the biggest shows on TV. The CNN Original Series “See It Loud: The History of Black Television” airs on Sundays at 9pm ET/PT.

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7. www.youtube.com › @ReddFoxxOfficialRedd Foxx Official Channel - YouTube

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   From classic stand-up performances to memorable TV moments, join us on a journey through the timeless works of Redd Foxx, celebrating the man who brought joy to countless hearts.

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   When did Redd Foxx die?

   • The Redd Foxx Comedy Hour (1977–78) and The Redd Foxx Show (1986) followed, but both shows were short-lived. Foxx occasionally made films, including Harlem Nights (1989) with Eddie Murphy, but worked primarily as a Las Vegas headliner. He was shooting a new sitcom named The Royal Family when he died in 1991.

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   What did Redd Foxx do for a living?

   • Redd Foxx was an American comedian known for his raunchy stand-up routines. His style of comedy, which featured foul language and highly adult subject matter, influenced generations of comics. He was also a television actor, star of the hit TV series Sanford and Son, which ran from 1972 to 1977.

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   How old is Redd Foxx?

   • Redd Foxx (born December 9, 1922, St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.—died October 11, 1991, Los Angeles, California) was an American comedian known for his raunchy stand-up routines. His style of comedy, which featured foul language and highly adult subject matter, influenced generations of comics.

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   Did Redd Foxx die from 'Sanford'?

   • "Redd Foxx, TV's 'Sanford,' Dies of Heart Attack at 68 : Entertainment: Comedian is stricken while rehearsing new show, 'The Royal Family.' ". Los Angeles Times. ISSN 0458-3035. Retrieved November 11, 2017. ^ "She's a Sweet Old Woman Scene from Harlem Nights Movie (1989) | MOVIECLIPS".

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   Is Redd Foxx still alive?

   • He is survived by his wife, Kahoe, of Los Angeles, and his mother Mary. A version of this article appears in print on , Section 1, Page 48 of the National edition with the headline: Redd Foxx, Cantankerous Master of Bawdy Humor, Is Dead at 68.

   Redd Foxx, Cantankerous Master of Bawdy Humor, Is Dead at 68

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   Why is Mr Foxx called Red?

   • In Harlem Mr. Foxx got the nickname "Red" because of his hair color and light skin, and he later added another "d." Sometimes he was called "Chicago Red" to differentiate him from his friend, "Detroit Red," the young Malcolm X.

   Redd Foxx, Cantankerous Master of Bawdy Humor, Is Dead at 68

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9. reddfoxx.com › index › aboutBiography - Redd Foxx

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   Learn about the life and career of Redd Foxx, the "King of Comedy" who broke new ground for minorities and comedians with his frank and candid style. From his early days in St. Louis and Chicago to his success on stage, screen and TV, Foxx was a talented artist and a pioneer of his time.

10. www.nytimes.com › 1991/10/13 › nyregionRedd Foxx, Cantankerous Master of Bawdy Humor, Is Dead at 68

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    Oct 13, 1991 · Redd Foxx, a ground-breaking comedian best known for his portrayal of a curmudgeonly junk dealer in the 1970's televison series "Sanford and Son," died...