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
Source:GettyJamie 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
Source:GettyHost 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
Source:GettyNEW 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
Source:GettyRobin 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
Source:GettyJamie 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
Source:GettyJamie 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
Source:GettyJamie Foxx and a representative of the Marine Corp
8. 2003 ESPY Awards
Source:GettyHOLLYWOOD – 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
Source:GettySOUTH 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
Source:GettyDirector 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
Source:GettyActor 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
Source:GettyJamie Foxx receives the Best Actor Award for Ray.
13. NBA Basketball 2005 – Play Offs – Jamie Fox
Source:GettyOscar 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
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
Source:GettyJamie Foxx during 2000 GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, United States.
16. 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
Source:GettyJamie Foxx during “Wild Wild West” Los Angeles Premiere at Mann Village Theatre in Westwood, California, United States.
18. Al Pacino And Jamie Foxx
Source:Getty377705 04: 1999 Al Pacino And Jamie Foxx Stars In The Movie “Any Given Sunday.”
19. “Bowfinger” Los Angeles Premiere
Source:GettyJamie Foxx
20. 1998 MTV Video Music Awards
Source:GettySnoop 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
Source:GettyJamie Foxx during 1998 MTV Rock ‘n Jock Football in Los Angeles, California, United States.
22. Jamie Foxx And Ice Cube In ‘The Players Club’
Source:GettyJamie Foxx and Ice Cube in a scene from the film ‘The Players Club’, 1998.
23. Rock n’ Jock Football ’97
Source:GettyJamie Fox and Dan Marino during 1997 MTV Rock n’ Jock Football in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.
24. 11th Annual American Comedy Awards
Source:GettyJamie 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’
Source:GettyVivica 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
Source:GettyMOUNTAIN 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
Source:GettyWHAT’S SEXY NOW’ EVENING BY STYLE MAGAZINE
28. FILM ‘THE GREAT WHITE HYPE’ BY REGINALD HUDLIN
Source:GettyFILM ‘THE GREAT WHITE HYPE’ BY REGINALD HUDLIN
29. Premiere of “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective”
Source:GettyJamie Foxx during Premiere of “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” at Mann’s Bruin Theater in Westwood, California, United States.
30. Jamie Foxx Live In Concert
Source:GettyCHICAGO – 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
Source:GettyCHICAGO – APRIL 1994: Comedian, actor and singer Jamie Foxx poses for photos backstage at the Regal Theater in Chicago, Illinois in April 1994.