John Elroy Sanford, known professionally as Redd Foxx, was an American comedian and actor, best remembered for his explicit comedy records and his starring role on the 1970s sitcom Sanford and Son.
Foxx gained notoriety with his raunchy nightclub acts during the 1950s and 1960s. Known as the "King of the Party Records", he performed on more than 50 records in his lifetime. He also starred in Sanford, The Redd Foxx Show and The Royal Family. His film roles included All the Fine Young Cannibals and Harlem Nights.
In 2004, Comedy Central Presents: 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time ranked Foxx as the 24th best stand-up comedian. Foxx not only influenced many comedians, but was often portrayed in popular culture as well, mainly as a result of his famous catchphrases, body language and facial expressions exhibited on Sanford and Son.
A girl's legs are her best friends... but even the best of friends must part. best
Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing. health
Beauty may be skin deep, but ugly goes clear to the bone. beauty
The show doesn't drive home a lesson, but it can open up people's minds enough for them to see how stupid every kind of prejudice can be. home
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