About:
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.

• Known For
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  Harlem Nights
  as
  Bennie Wilson
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  Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
  as
  Self (uncredited)
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  The People's Command Performance: '77
  as
  Self
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  On Location: Redd Foxx
  as
  Himself
• 
  Norman... Is That You?
  as
  Ben Chambers