Redd Foxx Interview on Racial Humor, Black Stereotypes & Malcolm X (Dec. 2, 1968)

[@jtur4897]

He was nothing like his character. Distinguished, articulate, erudite, and well-informed.

[@lemurianchick]

Sagiitarians rock! ♐️ Irreverent but moral and intellectual. 😎

[@gloriahamilton1052]

EXTREMELY

[@ruh-ul-qudussaid8446]

The intelligence of Redd Foxx, has to be given as much credence as his comical genius as Fred G.Sanford etc.He did jokes,but maintained his integrity,I'm glad he never took the shuffling negro roles that were offered to him.

[@nnannakalu9423]

Hear, hear!

[@felinefokus]

They entertain. It's their job. Unfortunately, because of the skin color Hollywood sets them up to play degrading, unintelligent, stereotypical roles. All of them are intelligent. But the world tries to suppress it.

[@SDG70]

This definitely was a man that broke barriers and never got credit for his dedication.

[@georgejetson3648]

What the fuck are you talking about! He had a hit COMEDY show on network television, in the 70s called " Sanford and son" sver heard of it ?

[@pcdm43145]

@@georgejetson3648 Nah, I get what the other guy was saying. True, he hit it big in the 1970s, but today's cultural tastemakers don't talk about him the way they talk about Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Dick Gregory, Lenny Bruce, Dave Chappelle, Bill Hicks, etc... guys who aren't considered "just comedians," but more like modern-day prophets or philosophers. And, to be fair, Red Foxx should probably be included on that list, as well.

[@jelly7310]

Go back and listen to what he said about the yellow man and maybe you'll start understanding why his recognition never really came. What he said is happening right now.

[@nastybastardatlive]

What barriers did he break, and what credit was he denied?

[@sickotwist9802]

@@georgejetson3648 Yeah Red was it😂 Had me Rollin on floor laughin so hard feel like i'm gonna turn inside out😂

[@NoOne-kr4jc]

There was nobody like Redd Foxx. One of the funniest men ever.

[@doseloverstar1183]

My Favorite of them All

[@nancygreene7911]

​@@doseloverstar1183 me too. I have always loved him. Will always. ❤

[@LoydKline-uw4no]

Especially on Sanford and son tv show this was pre Sanford & son

[@stewartvalentino]

Goat

[@onionhortonjr]

One of the most perverted

[@OgDj2024]

Sanford and Son first aired four years after this interview! RESPECT! ✊🏾

[@mickangio16]

Rollo, and Follow😆- great stuff

[@BOHICA_]

Cliche!

[@ronaldkonkoma4356]

And 10 years after Steptoe and Son

[@jessewoody5772]

@@mickangio16 Odabo Jack!

[@scene2much]

He got that script!

[@Donna-uj4ov]

"They have people for that " was his response to not be in the civil rights movement. What a perfect response I felt that!!!

[@blondien0311]

Elvis sort of stated the same when asked about anti war protestors.. he said, I’m an entertainer and I’d prefer not to comment on that.

[@sketchartist1964]

​​@@blondien0311They weren't leftists unlike most Hollywood celebrities today who love to stick their noses in politics.

[@jabrockobiden9434]

Civil rights is evil

[@Bradgilliswhammyman]

You could also say it was a bit cowardly to not take a stand. The courage of your convictions involves risk for supporting a cause greater than yourself. Passive acceptance is the same as supporting the status quo your peers are fighting to change.@@sketchartist1964

[@Janzer_]

and now everyone online assumes they're a sOciAL jUStIcE wARriOr

[@CliffHuxtableSweater]

It’s weird seeing him calm and young like this. Sanford and Son is my #1 sitcom all time, especially the first 4 seasons. I loved the show as a kid when the re runs aired. Pryor and Mooney had hands in the early episodes. Funniest stuff ever.

[@marvinhagler4721]

Look him up plenty of them on here..years. BEFORE this interview

[@gloriahamilton1052]

GIFTED PROFESSIONALS

[@traho811]

Remember, when Grady grew pot?

[@showmustgoon5311]

One of the best shows of all time

[@fluff2001]

The interviewer is an idiot ........ What a great guest but the questions were so lame ...I think the term racist is way overused today by Democrats and media but I am a conservative type white guy and I was offended by this moron... No wonder black people felt the way they did If people like this interviewer spoke to them like this... It actually pissed me off the questions he was asking and the way he was asking them ....I had never heard him speak like this other than his records and the Sanford and Son show ( genius by the way ) ... In late 80's , at ASU playing football, I smoked first joint and just happened to watch this show and it was so funny, we made it a daily thing right before the show ... good memories .......

[@groundhog713]

Redd was funny, but he refused to sell out or play the fool. Rest in power Redd.

[@khaldounelbey3968]

Exactly

[@jameslemmons9737]

Mr. FoXX never was a bootlicker or a bug dancer no sir!

[@Sherry-f9y]

Similar to Katt Williams.

[@anthonynegron788]

Ion kno how true that is brothers, from what I've read he had a thing for transvestites, which should've surprise y'all, you guys know what the industry is about.

[@mheiseus]

Yes, he thought that paying his taxes was evil 😂

[@joebrown911]

I'm 22 years old and I have been watching and admiring redd Foxx for as long as I was born

[@mauricesantinomf]

I'm 20 love Redd Foxx Sanford and Son is one of my favourite shows

[@og_love]

good for you ,,thats whats up ,, salute young man

[@BADDASILK]

I’m 26 FOXX has always been a heavy spirit almost like he has been in my life!

[@Rockstarmade224]

@@mauricesantinomfme too

[@michaeljames4630]

BS

[@glennpowell6412]

This is my first time seeing Redd Foxx in an interview. Thoughtful, sincere, intelligent, and sound brother. Don’t make em like this anymore.

[@avalon1rae]

I waited on Redd and his two oriental lady friends in South Lake, tahoe California. He was a very kind man and an absolute gentleman. I was honored to make his experience a great one.God Bless him and his family.

[@zalenaskye700]

Oriental ??? Loool no one says that anymore that term is offensive

[@avalon1rae]

@@zalenaskye700 How about Ornamental. That's my new pronoun. 😊

[@infalliblekingbrooks1700]

He said he could make a transition to television and he was exactly right. He was iconic in his television roles.

[@Kris-q4m]

I still love Sanford and Son and watch re-runs almost every night.

[@truth-1111]

ITS AMAZING TO SEE HIM JUST AS HIS REGULAR SELF IVE NEVER SEEN HIM OUT OF CHARACTER BEFORE SO AMAZING

[@kayakuprising5914]

We really need Redd Foxx today.

[@toneyingram732]

For what

[@felinefokus]

@kayakuprising5914 We all will leave our physical body or earth suit in order to move on. Because life is about growing, evolving. Fred contributed his talent to the world and produced something that will live forever. Fred is here as I gain insight from this interview. His life is still helping others. What will you bring to the world that will live on before you depart?

[@toneyingram732]

@@felinefokus well that don't mean nothing if he didn't live for God and not get into heaven

[@CandaceChira1]

Redd Foxx didn't give himself enough credit. I don't c are if he didn't have a formal education. He was smart and self educated. Much respect to this man.

[@riceflatpicking4954]

I would’ve loved to have just sat next to him and listened to him talk. About anything. His words have weight.

[@mistersniffer6838]

You dont need an education to "be" smart. Your either born with it, or, your not. "education" helps bring out the best in the ones that are.

[@Councils-Girl]

He was wise enough to know what society deemed as educated but he had what most don’t… wisdom!

[@prezidenttrump5171]

Smarter than a jmajority of blacks that go to school now.

[@mistersniffer6838]

@@prezidenttrump5171 - Then why was he flat broke at the end of his life?

[@arrisbaldwin6498]

Dec 2nd ,1968, 55 years later, Redd Foxx was truly before his time. This classic forgotten interview is similar to the controversial Katt Williams interview with Shannon Sharpe on Jan 3rd, 2024 . Speaking on the political issues of Hollywood on race, roles, overshadowed for roles, and exposing comedians for stealing from other comedians' jokes for more recognition to and success. Long live the Original G.O.A.T. of Comedy [1922-1991] 🕊🕊🕊

[@madmagyver9981]

Very different from kat Williams. Redd had the right to be salty based on his difficult life and career. But isn't. Kat Williams is salty and his story isn't comparable in any way to Redds.

[@eddiejones8540]

@@madmagyver9981 What is Katt salty about? Exposing these fake men....pillow biters in mens clothes need exposing.

[@ILoveTheAllCreator]

​@@madmagyver9981I have to agree on this one, Redd Foxx grew up in a time where yts were being evil to Melanted people

[@ILoveTheAllCreator]

Redd Foxx is King of Comedy

[@eddiejones8540]

@@madmagyver9981 Katt is salty cause men are trying to penetrate his virgin arse hole, or want him in dresses, or stealing his material?? How should he react?? Sound like a man whose farts make no more sounds.

[@jtoo6060]

Red was very articulate and nothing like his TV role

[@LoydKline-uw4no]

Sanford and son tv show

[@williemo44]

It takes a lot of intelligence to deliver a role like Fred Sanford. If you ever listen to his stand up, it takes intelligence to get his jokes. It shows how much more intelligent audiences were back then as well.

[@adolfceazer4711]

Is English your second language?

[@kybelian]

Rapier wit

[@ghanasoul]

This was GREAT. Thank u for posting this rare interview!

[@jeffcollins5188]

Redd was both present and ahead of his time. That's the definition of genius and courage.

[@ronejr766]

Spot on

[@RickMichaels-if5eq]

The name is Fred G. Sandford. The “G” is for Gangsta! 🤣 Rest In Power Redd Foxx.✊🏽🪦

[@kybelian]

Today they are putting up Cardi B and Charlemagne tha as our political spokesperson

[@deepdarkcocoa7956]

That was cute

[@tonycarpenzano3060]

The 'G' is not for gangsta.Keep dst shit out!! U must be from a generation after the 70's.I'm 56 so I grew up in this era.

[@jabrockobiden9434]

Rest in power is dumb

[@RickMichaels-if5eq]

Some of you can’t take a joke. You’re as funny as Redd Foxx!🤣

[@LisaLGruman]

This interview reveals the wonderfulness of this gentleman Redd Foxx. Dignity. Talent.

[@JerichoMile4]

Redd Foxx truly a great comedian and speaks with insight and humility !!!!

[@nicolaswilliams-k6j]

Red was a smart and intelligent man

[@marvinwhittaker]

Look at his hair. Look so youthful and healthy.

[@Penrose-wi6tx]

He was only in his mid 40’s at the time of this interview.

[@jlilly7913]

He was in his late 40s when Sanford and Son began. All that gray hair and the gray beard he had when he was in character was just makeup to make him look 65+ yo.

[@jahno7154]

It looks dyed to me

[@8kigana]

@@jahno7154 it's his natural hair color

[@jahno7154]

@@8kigana Why is it so brown Is he mixed race ?

[@DurkMcGerk]

What an incredible piece to have recorded. edit: also a good interviewer. He poses the question and lets the Redd answer it.

[@taupenoire1933]

Redd Foxx was Chicago Red and Malcolm X was Detroit red

[@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

Big coincidence 🤔🤨💭

[@rasulsamad5860]

​@@YouCanChangeYourWorldTodaythey worked together

[@CanaryKin]

Yes they were friends. Wasn’t there a third Red?

[@rasulsamad5860]

@CanaryKin NY red I think

[@moussegarbonzo8352]

@@CanaryKinDexter Gordon was called Society Red, but I’m not sure if he ever met or associated with Red Foxx or Malcolm X. He was a friend of James Baldwin though, and I’m certain had he met Red or Malcolm at any point, they likely would have hit it off well.

[@toreckman8899]

Love this man. Saw him front row in Vegas. A comical phenomenon. At the end of the show I discovered Gladys Knight was sitting behind me. She was kind enough to speak to me. Talk about a great evening.

[@familylifetoo9541]

It's good to see him speak. 💙🌏

[@beaujac311]

Yes. He speaks very differently than the character he played on Sanford and Son.

[@familylifetoo9541]

@@beaujac311 yes very intelligent and I like to see how the Actor crafts their character

[@artistlovepeace]

I love Redd Foxx. He is a hero. Thank you for producing and sharing. Love is the answer.

[@felinefokus]

🧡 Amen.

[@alexbaker2615]

Redd was the MAN !!!!! I love the Steppin Fetchin reference and the fact that he passed away owing the government. RIP ❤️

[@nancygreene7911]

I will always love you Redd.

[@Wheelgauge-bt7ox]

A man I grew up watching in the 70s as a kid is a legend! RIP

[@keithluckett3331]

Same here, I remember when it first came on air.✊🏿☀️🌟🛸🔥💯

[@rocknewtonfilsterwilly7364]

One of my favorite lines to do in his voice "Ya big dummy". Loved watching him in the 70's.

[@C.WendyHenderson]

You're number 1 in my book Redd. Redd Foxx's role in "Sanford & Son" is my favorite and always will be. Just naturally funny. RIP and God Bless U.

[@brychology]

He was so much more than most people know! A genius in many ways.

[@robertlaguirremusic7381]

Really like hearing how he stayed with humor and didn’t get political. I think he still broke barriers in this country. Sanford & Son was & still is fun to watch. RIP Red!

[@Phillybloodline]

Redd Foxx & Malcolm X was 2 of my heroes both legends and both 1 of kind special spirits rest in the physical yall still with us spiritually Realrap

[@JohnVasilakos-t7q]

Redd Foxx was incredible,and unforgettable!!

[@maclac48]

U will never be forgotten. Rest Easy. 🕊️

[@jabrockobiden9434]

Wtf is wrong with rest in peace. Peace is more important than power or anything else. Demons

[@M2PaiD]

@@jabrockobiden9434 It's just a way of saying that they have returned to The Source From Which All Things Come.

[@frankwhite1816]

My lord this man is sharp! Not only a great comedian but wow, a truth speaker. I love this! Thank you!

[@mayormc]

Wow, brilliant interview before he even caught real fame. Amazing. So glad I stumbled across this.

[@checkerslane]

Most people don't know this but Redd Foxx and malcolm X were best friends when they were kids

[@Drocakd]

They were young men. Not kids

[@Illstatevid]

@@Drocakd Thats why most people don't know it

[@RM-nh9gj]

Facts

[@mariobland9454]

facts just facts and truth.

[@ragantate3995]

People my age do and our parent’s parents knew.

[@CaptainAmerica930]

A lot of people don't know that they had to dye Redd Foxx's hair grey & put make up on him to make him appear older than what he was to play Fred Sanford.

[@MansaMusa-v5q]

That was some good acting because I always thought he didn’t get his big tv break until the he was in his 50’s-60’s

[@2012NuLife]

​@@MansaMusa-v5q When Sanford and Son premiered, he made 50 that year.

[@evonza4858]

They put baby powder in it to make it grey😉

[@mr.majestic3851]

He had red hair , no wonder they called him redd

[@shawnshell5961]

I used to schedule my college classes around Sanford and Son in 1991.

[@wanderlustly313]

very cool!

[@roddyboethius1722]

Real integrity from a great pioneer of comedy. He never compromised

[@JohnD-xk9io]

Sanford and son was my favorite show growing up, i still love watching the reruns, Love ya Redd, You Big Dummy !

[@djo-dji6018]

In the early 1980s a minor Italian tv channel used to show Sandford and Son. My dad absolutely adored it and so did I - I was around 8 to 10 yo. PS. The show was very well dubbed, that was a time when italians dubbers were still exceptional.

[@lightshadow44]

Red was 47 when he did Sanford! I pretty sure he didn’t know that he would be in the Rushmore of male television stars in history. He’s there with Gleason, Van Dyke and O’Conner . A natural entertainer ,,,,,and his show was important !

[@MansaMusa-v5q]

And this interview made me give him even more respect he said he was grinding for 31 years and it took him a long time before he got his show

[@billsherwin1705]

It wasn't till when Redd Foxx was 49 years old when he did Sanford and Son.

[@TerraLyn]

This is the first time I’ve ever seen this interview and I’ve come to the realization Redd Foxx was so much like my dad. His mannerisms, his facial expressions. I’m floored. It’s been 3yrs since he’s left and we miss him dearly.

[@Figfinder]

I didn't know as a kid,but I know now..I grew up right.Thank you GMA. Love Redd,I have since 83.💪🙏💯

[@reyna160]

He was HILARIOUS on "Sanford and Son."

[@Daryl524]

It’s refreshing and shocking at the same time to see Redd Foxx in his youthfulness to talk about issues at that time that are still issues today. B1. Redd was a rider. Rest in power Redd.👊🏽

[@Melodious0615]

U made it 🥰. Sandford and Son is still being watched regularly til this day 🥰❤️🪶🪶

[@koolvidkids5519]

The tragedy in your point is that it's being watched everyday. Redd said one of the worst decisions he EVER MADE was signing his future royalties from SAS over to his ex wife in order to pay for his costly divorce. He resorted to selling his property/cherished keepsakes and work the remainder of his life all the while stating in interviews that he wanted to retire comfortably but couldn't.😢

[@Melodious0615]

@@koolvidkids5519 look I heard all about what u are saying… I didn’t come to be negative and I was not trying to make a point. I love Redd and it’s sad what happened to him in his personal life and the industry… however what’s the point in being a downer regarding my statement… he’s gone on and loved by many. He made it in that aspect. Plus I’m sure Redd is gone on to bigger and better…. I don’t think he’s sad anymore henceforth U made it uncle Redd in my eyes. Have a wonderful blessed day. 😊❤️

[@koolvidkids5519]

@@Melodious0615 I actually agree with you. I grew up with and still watch SAS. My favorite episode is "The Shootout" it's hilarious 😂 Watching this interview with Redd so full of life, goals and dreams struck a nerve with me because he put all that sweat equity into a dream that in hindsight we find out eventually left him exposed, broke and bitter.

[@Melodious0615]

@@koolvidkids5519 yea I can agree with that .

[@monicahavechristjesus5455]

Didnt expect him to sound like this. Much different than the character he played.

[@MikeWalkerSBC]

When Mr. Foxx laments his success (or lack thereof) at 02:32 was a bit heartbreaking. Little did he know that success was just around the corner for him.

[@felinefokus]

Amen. I felt his emotion. Glad to know that he lived and got to see his vision into reality. 🧡Foxx

[@JayTheAdviceGuy]

I knew he and Malcolm were friends but this is the first time i ever heard Foxx talk about it.

[@AnyRight-c8e]

15 years

[@thespadestable]

@JayTheAdviceGuy - They were road dogs. While together, they would pull off little nickel and dime schemes like skipping out on a restaurant plate, sell a little weed and stuff like that. But what pulled them apart was Malcolm had eyes on bigger schemes like heavy robbery, and Redd couldn't see himself doing time or getting killed, so he they went their separate ways.

[@austinlittke7688]

​​@@thespadestable Then malcolm did homosexual acts with a rich white man for money, snitched on his whole gang, sabotaged/set back the civil rights movement and divided blacks and actively prevented them from coalescing, called MLK, Ruston, Rabdolph etc uncle toms, denounced the march on washington and everyone who participated, constantly slammed JFK who was moving civil rights forward etc etc etc. Why black people celebrate Malcolm X, i have no clue. Dude did nothing for black people.

[@Streeknine]

I'm so grateful to see Redd Foxx in this interview and a few years later he got his role... Sandford and Son was a perfect comedy for his talents. This was my first introduction into black culture along with The Jeffersons. It didn't take race relations to the point of white vs black, it made us laugh at everything. I'm so happy these shows can still be watched and enjoyed. For me, they unite rather than divide us which for any show is a great accomplishment.

[@ernestturriziani2489]

Sanford and Son was a treat when I was young

[@SpressoHead]

Loved this man. I grew up watching Sanford and Son, The Jefferson’s, and Good Times. The 70’s were supposed to be our “Aha” decade when we came of age and left racism and stigma behind us. Yet here we are in 2024, going back 60 years in time like everyone forgot the past. Will Americans ever wise up and move on? Redd was on top of this game back then. RIP Redd, you shaped the future me.

[@darryladams519]

Not until they stop listening to certain government people and the so called elites.

[@user-xk5so7wb2t]

Had many years of hundreds of laughs with Redd Foxx. A Very Funny & Nice Man.

[@lorentzinvariant7348]

We need a Red Foxx movie. So many today owe so much to him.

[@johnstevenson4258]

I still own an old Redd Foxx comedy album. And when I say "old," it didn't have a single curse word on it. It was all innuendo and Foxx' wonderfully sly delivery. One of my favorite lines is about politics. Foxx said his grandfather was in politics; he ran for the boarder. And then, after a perfect pause, he added, "...And made it." And then there was the bit about Fug Soap. If you've never heard Redd Foxx from the '50s and '60s, you should really do some remedial work.

[@brenthaymon280]

LaWanda Page (Aunt Esther) did a comedy album that was much more dirty than anything Redd Foxx did. There are a lot of curse words on her album. I heard it on KZbin.

[@DreadDazeTV]

Respect to Redd Foxx💯💯💯🔥🔥

[@kevinmurphy3464]

Man, Redd Foxx was one talented guy. He helped a lot of people move-up and make it. My mom and dad loved him and I died laughing listening to his albums as a little kid.

[@kevinellis9332]

John... YOU have no idea of how u have Blessed Humanity.. Thank You

[@HBrooks]

one of the best comedians ever. he broke barriers and encouraged barriers to be broken. a true genius

[@tonywhite2567]

The Best Is Yet To Come Mr Fox went on to play the role Fred Sanford on the TV show Sanford and Son add many movies.

[@bryanharrison3889]

I've loved this man since I was a wee baby. LOVE redd foxx. LOVE LOVE LOVE. His comedy act and his tv work were very influential to me.

[@stephengiese7549]

Never heard him interviewed before. Speaks very well. He loved people, this country and especially humour. He did his research and tried to represent his people the best he could. rip.

[@MaximillianHemmings]

Bless his soul. I learned a lot from his performances and tried to copy him. He was a genius. He put out the very vulnerable aspects of humans which we try to hide in an amusing way, and showing us that we are all the same. Rest in peace Redd Foxx.

[@PEPPERJET7]

He didnt kiss Hollywood A** 😊

[@uncardedreviews9721]

This is the side of Redd Foxx that they never wanted the people to see 👏 Beautifully intelligent, articulate, and thoughtful 🎉

[@paradisebound]

This just reinforces why I love him...

[@gloriahamilton1052]

I had the pleasure of seeing his show in VEGAS in the 80's, front row.SOO CLASSY AND PROFESSIONAL.,GREAT IMAGE. Much respect for Mr Foxx, my Homey from STL

[@gradydeloatch1546]

All time great thanks Redd Foxx

[@chilblain1]

This is amazing. Thank you!

[@Dnightartist]

This wS absolutely WONDERFUL. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@leeshiflett1863]

As a lifelong fan of this man, this is a real treat. An actual interview that shows how he was leaps and bounds ahead of most humans intellectually.

[@jaygee8969]

This aged well. 🫡 to Redd and Katt!

[@fredlettuce7962]

Uncensored comedy, brings people together. Nothing more therapeutic than humor, and laughing at ourselves…

[@andrewcowin3815]

He washed dishes at a restaurant in Harlem with Malcolm X (known as Chicago Red, at the time, I believe)! Supposedly, Malcolm X said Redd Foxx was the funniest dishwasher he'd ever met.

[@stedye]

Malcolm X personally said this phrase in his book : The Autobiography of Malcolm X / Written with Alex Haley .

[@Luna7-v1p]

What a lovely man. After all these years I've only seen him in character/stand up. Thanks for uploading the interview.

[@marvinhagler4721]

ALL TRUTH, He was also mentioned in Malcolm x book...They knew each other WAY back

[@Viyility205]

The Autobiography Of Malcolm X. I Have That Book.

[@marvinhagler4721]

@@Viyility205 Exactly

[@youdontsay2181]

What a great interwiew,seemed like a minute,it was so enjoyable listening to Mr.Foxx

[@llg3pe]

2:49 “something will happen” …. Yes that something happened four years later. He starred in the greatest sitcom ever.

[@technoglow9884]

Never watched a Redd Foxx interview before. Glad I selected this one. Newfound respect for this comedic genius.

[@MrJawstherevenge87]

He seems so much more humble in his younger days. You could even see that as sanford and son progressed. By the last season he seemed like he was just doing it for a check

[@billking1751]

Same with Demond Wilson. After 3 or 4 seasons his acting was pretty lame.

[@beaujac311]

@@billking1751 I always say the show "jumped the shark" when Redd came back from his contract holdout after season 3. The writing was not up to the standard it had been. Right now I just looked up the list of Sanford and Son's episodes and the writers changed big time after season 3. Yes Demond Wilson's Lamont was no longer the angry son he had been before. He was now too laid back.

[@billking1751]

I thought by season 4 is when the show "jumped the shark." By then the episodes had become too stupid, for me to take seriously enough to enjoy to even for the a good laugh. It's also a time when quite a few people began to also quit watching the show, my parents for one, who used to love the show up to about season 3. They like myself, and many people out there, began to stop taking any of it seriously, unlike a show like say, "All In The Family," which kept its edge by delivering real life situations into still a comedy show. Sandford, And Son, didn't do that, it was just silly jokes, that were old, stale, and flat, unrealistic in any sort of way, and in a style told over and over again. Even the ratings proved that BY SEASON 4 (I used to check the ratings on shows back then, when they used list them). And by season 4, Lamont's neutering had become fully completed, as well. Demond was just there for the check. He no longer had a real purpose for being on that show at that point, at least that's how i took it. @@beaujac311

[@beaujac311]

@@billking1751 I may be wrong but I thought at that time Demond was battling drug addiction. He was way to mellow and laid back, hiding behind those shades and that Jheri curl.

[@kennyblackbird5674]

​​@@beaujac311 It's funny how some of you recognized Demond's mannerisms during that time. I thought it was only me who realized what was going on behind the scenes and during the scenes! Yeah it's well documented why Demond was " acting" that way.

[@pepperjonesugoChristian]

Thanks for sharing. It’s great seeing Mr. Foxx again. He was an astute and professional performer.

[@PreacherM1]

His intelligence is that of a jazz musician and being able to frame concepts about empowerment using comedy

[@MrMjolnir009]

Well said! 👍

[@oonojoe]

Brilliant Man. Comic Genius. No Doubt,. Reached a lot of people with his Humor, and message.

[@demonx6431]

Red foxxx predicting Chinese takeover 😂

[@christophertracy2807]

prophetic!

[@alliwishis_2]

Trust me they've been trying to take this nation for the longest

[@gloriahamilton1052]

SMART MAN!

[@E.Carrillo]

At that time it was probably Japanese. China wasn’t even a thought until the 90’s.

[@Hannoshobazz_Neolmech]

@@alliwishis_2 They 'DISCOVERED' it before the Catholics. Ask the western Blackskindians. Or read ‘1421: The Year China Discovered America’.

[@summerislander4672]

This is amazing! I’ve never seen a proper Redd Foxx interview pre 1980s. Please upload anymore of Redd Foxx when you can. Did you ever have an interview with him and his wife Betty? I think it’s from the footage of ‘Jerry Visits’?

[@Ash-cy7yw]

All I've known about Redd Fox was his comedy. And mostly just his character on Sanford & Son. It's interesting how the character he played influenced who I thought he was. But I was a much younger person back then. This is a fantastic video interview, and I genuinely appreciate that it was made available to see. An articulate and sensible man. Thank you for sharing.

[@skepchica]

Wow. What a gem! Great find on the first day of Black History Month.

[@affordablevoices]

Hands up or down Red Foxx was the top of the hill. So many entertainers borrowed his lines, his style and wit to no end. As to no education Red should have just looked around and seen just how well spoken he was. He did every circuit of comedy you can imagine. His answers being baited by the interviewer were from the heart and to the point. This was a proud man who knew his craft well enough to teach a "Master of Masters Class". Thank you Red Foxx.

[@Andrea-np3ji]

Red Foxx had real awareness ❤

[@drivesideways6550]

Grew up watching Sanford and Son. Still quote him to this day. He made us laugh so much as kids, thanks Redd.

[@timwhiteside9971]

doing the the interveiw mr foxx said if he was given a script or role worth playing he could shine more and just a few years later lo and behold !

[@wpdoyle]

3:08 Anyone who grew up on Sanford and Son has to see this! So cool to see him basically foreshadow what would happen in a few years.

[@RichardMyers-gx5fw]

2 of the greatest shows in the 70's, all in the family and Sanford and son

[@wscwad7788]

No education, but determination, came up during the depression! Can you imagine how bad black folks had it! If there ain't a way, we'll make a way!! Intelligent man!!