The Best Redd Foxx quotes

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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.

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About Redd Foxx

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Born:
December 9, 1922

death of the author

Died:
October 11, 1991

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Medium:
Stand-Up, Television

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Nationality:
American

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Education:
Dusable High School

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Years Active:
1935-1991

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Genres:
Word Play, Observational Comedy, Black Comedy, Blue Comedy, Insult Comedy And More.

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Notable Works And Roles:
Fred G. Sanford In Sanford And Son And Sanford

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Website:
reddfoxx.com

Inspiring Phrases From Redd Foxx

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

hey leave the door open will ya the flies haven t been out all day Redd Foxx quote

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

a girl s legs are her best friends but even the best of friends must part Redd Foxx quote

I’ve never been in the ring with The Undertaker. — The Undertaker

It’s some chopped liver. That’s Jewish soul food. — Redd Foxx

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

it s some chopped liver that s jewish soul food Redd Foxx quote

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 can see the handwriting on the wall you re on the toilet Redd Foxx quote

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

beauty may be skin deep but ugly goes clear to the bone Redd Foxx quote

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

health nuts are going to feel stupid someday lying in hospitals dying of nothing Redd Foxx quote

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

this is the big one you hear that elizabeth i m coming to join ya honey Redd Foxx quote

Sometimes it is hell, trying to get to heaven. — The Undertaker

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