Redd Foxx

John Elroy Sanford (December 9, 1922 – October 11, 1991), better known by his stage name Redd Foxx, was an American comedian and actor, best known for his starring role on the sitcom Sanford and Son. Foxx was born in St. Louis, Missouri and raised there and on Chicago's South Side. His mother was half Seminole. His father, an electrician, left his family when Foxx was four years old. Foxx was raised by his mother, his minister, and his grandmothe... More

Date of birth:

  • Dec 9, 1922

Date of death:

  • Oct 11, 1991 (age 68 years)

Height:

  • 1.72 m (5.64 ft )

Also known as:

  • John Elroy Sanford,
  • Chicago Red
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Golden Globe Award for Best Actor - Comedy or Musical Series Nominees

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Year Award Winning work Notes/Description
  • 1973
  • Role: Fred Sanford

Golden Globe Award for Best Actor - Comedy or Musical Series Winners

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