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Jamie Foxx On The Red Carpet

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Jamie Foxx is a well-known actor, comedian, and musician who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Born Eric Marlon Bishop, he adopted the name Jamie Foxx as his stage name. Foxx’s impressive acting skills have earned him several awards, including an Oscar, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe. He is also a talented singer and has released several albums throughout his career.

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Foxx’s versatility and ability to seamlessly transition from comedy to drama roles have cemented him as one of the most prominent figures in Hollywood. Despite his success, Foxx remains humble and is dedicated to using his platform to make a positive impact on the world.

Take a look at Foxx through the years below

1. Jamie Foxx poses with his award for “Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musicial or

Jamie Foxx poses with his award for "Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musicial or Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx poses with his award for “Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musicial or Drama” during the 62nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel January 16, 2005 in Beverly Hills, California 

2. 2001 MTV Video Music Awards – Rehearsal

2001 MTV Video Music Awards - Rehearsal Source:Getty

Host Jamie Foxx rehearses for the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City, 9/4/01.

3. Patrick McMullan Archives

Patrick McMullan Archives Source:Getty

NEW YORK CITY, NY – MARCH 5: Queen Latifah and Jamie Foxx attend HBO FILMS’ Screening of “LIFE SUPPORT” with Queen Latifah at Chelsea West Theaters on March 5, 2007 in New York City. 

4. Grand Slam for Kids Press Room

Grand Slam for Kids Press Room Source:Getty

Robin Williams and Jamie Foxx during Seventh Annual Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation’s Grand Slam for Kids at MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, NV, United States. 

5. The Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation’s 7th Grand Slam for Children Fundraiser – Show

The Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation's 7th Grand Slam for Children Fundraiser - Show Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during The Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation’s 7th Grand Slam for Children Fundraiser – Show at The MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. 

6. Launch of W Hotels’ Newest Property – San Diego

Launch of W Hotels' Newest Property - San Diego Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during Launch of W Hotels’ Newest Property – San Diego at W Hotel in San Diego, California, United States.

7. Motorola’s 5th Anniversary Party Benefiting Toys for Tots Featuring Pink – Toy Donation

Motorola's 5th Anniversary Party Benefiting Toys for Tots Featuring Pink - Toy Donation Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx and a representative of the Marine Corp 

8. 2003 ESPY Awards

2003 ESPY Awards Source:Getty

HOLLYWOOD – JULY 16: Actor Jamie Foxx during the 2003 ESPY Awards at the Kodak Theatre July 16, 2003 in Hollywood, California. 

9. Celebrity Sightings – Bauer-Griffin – 2004

Celebrity Sightings - Bauer-Griffin - 2004 Source:Getty

SOUTH BEACH, FL – JANUARY 01: Mark Wahlberg, Jessica Alba and Jamie Foxx are seen on January 01, 2004 in South Beach, Florida. 

10. Tom Cruise Collateral premiere

Tom Cruise Collateral premiere Source:Getty

Director Michael Mann (centre left) with stars of the film Jamie Foxx (far left), Jada Pinkett Smith and Tom Cruise as they arrive for the UK premiere of Collateral at the UCI Empire in Leicester Square, central London.

11. “Genius: A Night for Ray Charles” in Los Angeles

"Genius: A Night for Ray Charles" in Los Angeles Source:Getty

Actor Jamie Foxx, star of the film “Ray,” arrives at the tribute concert for the late legendary Ray Charles, “Genius: A Night for Ray Charles” held at the Staples Center. The show was taped for broadcast on CBS on October 22. 

12. 77th Academy Awards – Press Room – Kodak Theatre

77th Academy Awards - Press Room - Kodak Theatre Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx receives the Best Actor Award for Ray. 

13. NBA Basketball 2005 – Play Offs – Jamie Fox

NBA Basketball 2005 - Play Offs - Jamie Fox Source:Getty

Oscar award winner Jamie Fox and a friend attend game one of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at The American Airlines Arena in Miami, FL. 

14. Clive Davis Grammy® Party

Clive Davis Grammy® Party Source:Getty

(L-R) Actor Jamie Foxx, music mogul Clive Davis and singer Fantasia at the Clive Davis annual Grammy party at the Beverly Hills Hotel. 

15. 2000 GRAMMY Awards

2000 GRAMMY Awards Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during 2000 GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, United States.

16. MTV MOVIE AWARDS CEREMONY IN CULVER CITY.

MTV MOVIE AWARDS CEREMONY IN CULVER CITY. Source:Getty

(Original Caption) Arrival of Marlon Wyans, Jamie Foxx, Cosco and Ice Cube. 

17. “Wild Wild West” Lost Angeles Premiere

"Wild Wild West" Lost Angeles Premiere Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during “Wild Wild West” Los Angeles Premiere at Mann Village Theatre in Westwood, California, United States.

18. Al Pacino And Jamie Foxx

Al Pacino And Jamie Foxx Source:Getty

377705 04: 1999 Al Pacino And Jamie Foxx Stars In The Movie “Any Given Sunday.”

19. “Bowfinger” Los Angeles Premiere

"Bowfinger" Los Angeles Premiere Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx 

20. 1998 MTV Video Music Awards

1998 MTV Video Music Awards Source:Getty

Snoop Dogg and Jamie Foxx during 1998 MTV Video Music Awards at Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, California, United States. 

21. 1998 MTV Rock ‘n Jock Football

1998 MTV Rock 'n Jock Football Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during 1998 MTV Rock ‘n Jock Football in Los Angeles, California, United States. 

22. Jamie Foxx And Ice Cube In ‘The Players Club’

Jamie Foxx And Ice Cube In 'The Players Club' Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx and Ice Cube in a scene from the film ‘The Players Club’, 1998. 

23. Rock n’ Jock Football ’97

Rock n' Jock Football '97 Source:Getty

Jamie Fox and Dan Marino during 1997 MTV Rock n’ Jock Football in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.

24. 11th Annual American Comedy Awards

11th Annual American Comedy Awards Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during 11th Annual American Comedy Awards at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, United States. 

25. Vivica A Fox And Jamie Foxx In ‘Booty Call’

Vivica A Fox And Jamie Foxx In 'Booty Call' Source:Getty

Vivica A Fox, Jamie Foxx and Tommy Davidson in a scene from the film ‘Booty Call’, 1997.

26. KMEL All Star Jam 1996 – Mountain View CA

KMEL All Star Jam 1996 - Mountain View CA Source:Getty

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – AUGUST 3: Jamie Fox performs at KMEL All Star Jam 1996 at Shoreline Amphitheatre on August 3, 1996 in Mountain View California. 

27. WHAT’S SEXY NOW’ EVENING BY STYLE MAGAZINE

WHAT'S SEXY NOW' EVENING BY STYLE MAGAZINE Source:Getty

WHAT’S SEXY NOW’ EVENING BY STYLE MAGAZINE 

28. FILM ‘THE GREAT WHITE HYPE’ BY REGINALD HUDLIN

FILM 'THE GREAT WHITE HYPE' BY REGINALD HUDLIN Source:Getty

FILM ‘THE GREAT WHITE HYPE’ BY REGINALD HUDLIN 

29. Premiere of “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective”

Premiere of "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective" Source:Getty

Jamie Foxx during Premiere of “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” at Mann’s Bruin Theater in Westwood, California, United States.

30. Jamie Foxx Live In Concert

Jamie Foxx Live In Concert Source:Getty

CHICAGO – APRIL 1994: Comedian, actor and singer Jamie Foxx performs at the Regal Theater in Chicago, Illinois in April 1994. 

31. Jamie Foxx Live In Concert

Jamie Foxx Live In Concert Source:Getty

CHICAGO – APRIL 1994: Comedian, actor and singer Jamie Foxx poses for photos backstage at the Regal Theater in Chicago, Illinois in April 1994.