American actor, singer, and comedian, Academy Award winner for Best Actor for his portrayal of Ray Charles in Ray.
Background
Born Eric Marlon Bishop in Terrell, Texas, he studied music at U.S. International University in San Diego before beginning a stand-up career under the name Jamie Foxx.
Career
He starred on Fox’s “In Living Color” and “The Jamie Foxx Show” before transitioning to film with Oliver Stone’s “Any Given Sunday.” He earned simultaneous Oscar nominations for “Ray” and “Collateral,” winning Best Actor for “Ray.” He played Django’s wife’s master Stephen and the title role in “Django Unchained” and “Baby Driver.”
Style
Foxx combines impressions, musicianship, and dramatic preparation in his lead roles and continues to record as a Grammy-winning R&B artist.
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