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Jamie Foxx
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December 13, 1967 in Terrell, TX
Biography:One of the most popular African-American comedians of the late 1990s, TV star turned screen actor "Jamie Foxx" first became known for his many roles on "Keenen Ivory Wayans"' long-running comedy variety show In Living Color. Since then, Foxx has played both raucous and sensitive nice-guy roles in a number of films, and earned particular acclaim for his portrayal of a talented but egotistical quarterback in "Oliver Stone"'s "Any Given Sunday".

Born Eric Bishop in the small town of Terrell, Texas, on December 13, 1967, Foxx was raised by his grandparents after his parents separated. He enjoyed a happy upbringing, going to church every day with his grandparents and excelling at everything from academics to music to football. During his teen years he had his first taste of the entertainment business as his church's choir director and music director, and also started his own R&B band. Foxx studied music... Full Biography

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Jamie Foxx performs at The Joint at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas on July 4, 2009.
Jamie Foxx attends the Los Angeles premiere of "Law Abiding Citizen" at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in...
Jamie Foxx attends the Apollo Theater's 75th Anniversary in New York on June 8, 2009.
Jamie Foxx performs during KIIS FM's Wango Tango held at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in...
Jamie Foxx performs during KIIS FM's Wango Tango held at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in...
Jamie Foxx performs at the Tower Theatre in Upper Darby, Pa., on Sept. 13, 2009.
Jamie Foxx broadcasts his Sirius Radio program, "Foxxhole," from Wasted Space at The Hard Rock Hotel...
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