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Facts
| Also Known As | Eric Bishop • Eric Marlon Bishop |
|---|---|
| Born | December 13, 1967 (age 57) • Texas |
| Awards And Honors | Grammy Award (2009) • Academy Award (2005) • Academy Award (2005): Actor in a Leading Role • Golden Globe Award (2005): Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy • Grammy Award (2010): Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals |
| Notable Works | “Best Night of My Life” • “Hollywood: A Story of a Dozen Roses” |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) | "Just Mercy" (2019) • "Neo Yokio" (2018) • "Robin Hood" (2018) • "White Famous" (2017) • "Baby Driver" (2017) • "Sleepless" (2017) • "Annie" (2014) • "Horrible Bosses 2" (2014) • "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" (2014) • "Rio 2" (2014) • "White House Down" (2013) • "Django Unchained" (2012) • "Horrible Bosses" (2011) • "Rio" (2011) • "Due Date" (2010) • "I'm Still Here" (2010) • "Valentine's Day" (2010) • "Law Abiding Citizen" (2009) • "The Soloist" (2009) • "The Kingdom" (2007) • "Dreamgirls" (2006) • "Miami Vice" (2006) • "Jarhead" (2005) • "Stealth" (2005) • "Ray" (2004) • "Collateral" (2004) • "Breakin' All the Rules" (2004) • "Chappelle's Show" (2004) • "Shade" (2003) • "Ali" (2001) • "The Jamie Foxx Show" (1996–2001) • "Bait" (2000) • "Any Given Sunday" (1999) • "Held Up" (1999) • "The Players Club" (1998) • "Booty Call" (1997) • "The Great White Hype" (1996) • "The Truth About Cats & Dogs" (1996) • "Moesha" (1996) • "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper" (1996) • "C-Bear and Jamal" (1996) • "In Living Color" (1991–1994) • "Roc" (1992–1993) • "Toys" (1992) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Directed) | "Nite Tales: The Series" (2011) • "The Jamie Foxx Show" (2000) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Writing/Creator) | "In the Flow with Affion Crockett" (2011) • "From G's to Gents" (2008–2009) • "The Jamie Foxx Show" (1996–2001) • "In Living Color" (1992) |
Top Questions
When was Jamie Foxx born?
Jamie Foxx was born on December 13, 1967.
Where was Jamie Foxx born?
Jamie Foxx was born in Terrell, Texas, United States.
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