FRIDAY HALL OF FAMERS FEBRUARY 7, 2020 - REDD FOXX

It’s been a grievous oversight by Toobworld Central that Fred G. Sanford has not been inducted into the Television Crossover Hall of Fame yet.  And it’s still not happening this year.  Sanford’s contribution to Earth Prime-Time is too strong to be relegated to the Friday Hall of Famers.

But as a member of the League of Themselves, Redd Foxx, the comic actor who played Fred Sanford, just barely makes it to fulfill the bare minimum of requirements to join the TVXOHOF.  And so as a prelude to the eventual membership for Fred, the TV Crossover Hall of Fame welcomes….

REDD FOXX

From Wikipedia:
John Elroy Sanford (December 9, 1922 – October 11, 1991), better known by his stage name Redd Foxx, was an American stand-up comedian and actor best known for his portrayal of Fred G. Sanford of the hit television show ‘Sanford and Son’. Foxx gained success with his raunchy nightclub acts during the 1950s and 1960s. Known as the "King of the Party Records", he performed on more than 50 records in his lifetime. He also starred on TV in ‘The Redd Foxx Show’ and ‘The Royal Family’. His film projects included “All the Fine Young Cannibals” (1960), “Cotton Comes to Harlem” (1970), “Norman... Is That You?” (1976) and “Harlem Nights” (1989).

In 2004 Foxx ranked 24th in “Comedy Central Presents: 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time”. Foxx not only influenced many comedians but was often portrayed in popular culture as well, mainly as a result of his catchphrases, body language and facial expressions exhibited on ‘Sanford and Son’.

During the show's five-year run, Foxx won a Golden Globe Award and received an additional three nominations, along with three Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

Foxx was posthumously given a star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame in 1992.

Here are the three TV series (four appearances) which qualify the late comedian for membership:

The Name of the Game
- I Love You, Billy Baker: Part 1 (1970)

From the IMDb:
Las Vegas entertainer Billy Baker doesn't like interviews - especially when they concern that girl who died so mysteriously, Jeff Dillon investigates.

- I Love You, Billy Baker: Part 2 (1970)

From the IMDb:
In the second half of this two-part episode, the world of entertainer Billy Baker begins to unravel completely.  

Sanford And Son
- Fred Meets Redd (1977)
[Also appearing – obviously – as Fred G. Sanford]

From the IMDb:
The fourth wall falls when Fred enters NBC's Redd Foxx look-alike contest and eagerly anticipates meeting his idol face to face.  

Flying High
- High Rollers (1978)

From the IMDb:
During a flight to Las Vegas, Pam gets to know Wilbur Dobson, a dentist on the verge of retirement. This one tells her of his intention, following a conflict opposing him to his psychiatrist son Glen, to open a home for the elderly. Hearing that, Pam decides to try anything to reconcile the two men. As for Lisa, she finds herself outright assaulted by Steve Enders, a variety artist who has got it in his head to test on her his theories about love at first sight.  

All of Redd's appearances on talk shows and variety programs don't contribute to his official tally, but they do add flavoring to his presence as himself in Toobworld.

Here are some of the more interesting additions to his League of Themselves appearances.....

And there's this clip from the talk show of another member of the TVXOHOF....

(In order: 'Flip', ;The Jacksons', 'The Brady Bunch Variety Hour', 'Donny & Marie', and 'Sammy and Company')

Welcome to the Hall, Mr. Foxx.  Just remember to keep the language in the Blue Room….