Actors & Entertainers · 21st Century
Redd Foxx’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Redd Foxx, Unknown
Who Was Redd Foxx?
John Elroy Sanford, better known by his stage name Redd Foxx, was an American stand-up comedian and actor. Foxx gained success with his raunchy nightclub act before and during the civil rights movement. Known as the "King of the Party Records", he performed on more than 50 records in his lifetime. He portrayed Fred G.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Redd Foxx's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Redd Foxx collapsed from a heart attack on set in 1991; witnesses reported he initially joked about it being like his character's fake heart attacks. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' has no credible attribution to his final moments.
Sources
- newspaper Los Angeles Times obituary (October 1991)
- firsthand Contemporary eyewitness accounts from 'The Royal Family' set
Legacy
Redd Foxx's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Redd Foxx’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Redd Foxx die?
Redd Foxx died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Redd Foxx’s last words documented?
Redd Foxx collapsed from a heart attack on set in 1991; witnesses reported he initially joked about it being like his character's fake heart attacks. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' has no credible attribution to his final moments.