Few people know that the raunchy Redd Foxx started out as a preacher. His comedy was born out of his own experiences, and he refused to sugarcoat anything. He wanted his audience to laugh at the absurdity of life, and he achieved crossover success by being one of the first black comedians to appeal to a white mainstream audience. Foxx was never afraid to poke fun at himself, and his unapologetic attitude made him one of the most beloved entertainers of his time. Despite his personal demons, Foxx left behind a legacy that is still enjoyed today. Learn more about this fascinating comedian in our latest blog post.
We are glad to present you the most interesting quotes from Redd Foxx, and much more.
Hey! Leave the door open will ya? The flies haven’t been out all day. — Redd Foxx
I’ve been trying to get into the Royal Box in New York for years. They say I’m too dirty, my material is too blue. But I think Redd, the whites and blue can be a nice combination. — Redd Foxx
Junk runs in the family. My granddad was a junk man in St. Louis and so was my uncle. — Redd Foxx
If the eyes are the windows to the soul, you’re not going to like the view. — The Undertaker
That would be a dream match for me to see Finn Balor versus The Undertaker. — The Undertaker
My father was the funniest man I ever met. He made Redd Foxx look like an undertaker. — The Undertaker
What’s an archive, son? Is that anything like a closet? — Redd Foxx
Various Statements From Redd Foxx
I may not dress like Satan anymore, but I’m still down with the Devil and I will go medieval on your ass. — The Undertaker
A girl’s legs are her best friends … but even the best of friends must part. — Redd Foxx
I’ve never been in the ring with The Undertaker. — The Undertaker
I feel sorry for people who don’t drink or do drugs. Because someday they’re going to be in a hospital bed, dying, and they won’t know why. — Redd Foxx
You make me wish that birth control was retroactive. — Redd Foxx
When I was very first getting into wrestling, the Undertaker was my favorite. — The Undertaker
More Phrases From Redd Foxx
The definition of indecent–when it’s in long, and it’s in hard, and it’s in deep–it’s in decent. — Redd Foxx
If you can see the handwriting on the wall… you’re on the toilet. — Redd Foxx
I’m convinced that Sanford and Son shows middle–class America a lot of what they need to know. — Redd Foxx
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. — Redd Foxx
The food here is so tasteless you could eat a meal of it and belch and it wouldn’t remind you of anything. — Redd Foxx
If you’re going to learn about entrances from anyone, you might learn from the Undertaker. — The Undertaker
I ain’t from Africa. I’m from St. Louis. — Redd Foxx
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Deeper Quotes From Redd Foxx
Do you realize that if the pilgrims have been chasing bobcats instead of turkeys.. we’d all be eating pussy on Thanksgiving?! — Redd Foxx
The only time I had an ego is I when wanted to have a reverse Undertaker record at WrestleMania, and they messed it up! — The Undertaker
Let us endeavor so to live so that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry. — The Undertaker
I am my heart’s undertaker. Daily I go and retrieve its tattered remains, place them delicately into its little coffin, and bury it in the depths of my memory, only to have to do it all again tomorrow. — The Undertaker
Sanford and Son is more than just a name. It’s a condition, a dynasty, an empire. This here is the finest pile of junk of the world. — Redd Foxx
Beauty may be skin deep, but ugly goes clear to the bone. — Redd Foxx
Music played a large role in the survival of the black people in America–that and a sense of humor that just couldn’t be enslaved. — Redd Foxx
Amazing Thoughts From Redd Foxx
Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing. — Redd Foxx
This is the big one! You hear that, Elizabeth? I’m coming to join ya, honey! — Redd Foxx
Getting to work with The Undertaker right off the bat was a tremendous opportunity. It was an opportunity to be a career–maker, and fortunately, I was able to take advantage of that. — The Undertaker
What’s the difference between a pickpocket and a peeping tom? A pickpocket snatches watches. — Redd Foxx
Wwe was looking for an opponent for The Undertaker. They needed someone for an upcoming pay–per–view. I was supposed to be just one and done. — The Undertaker
Certain things should be yours to have when you work your way to the top. — Redd Foxx
Sometimes it is hell, trying to get to heaven. — The Undertaker