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Redd Foxx was an American stand-up comedian and actor who starred in Sanford and Son, a sitcom about a junk dealer and his son. He was known for his raunchy humor, catchphrases and influence on other comedians.
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.
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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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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.
Oct 12, 1991 · Comedian Redd Foxx, who became a television star playing an irascible, bawdy junkman in “Sanford and Son” and returned nearly two decades later in the current CBS series “The Royal Family,” died...
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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