Early Life and Career:
* Born Eric Marlon Bishop: On December 13, 1967, in Terrell, Texas.
* Musical Prodigy: Started playing piano at age 5 and was a classically trained pianist.
* Stand-up Comedian: Began his career as a stand-up comedian in the late 1980s.
* "In Living Color": Gained fame as a cast member on the sketch comedy show "In Living Color" (1990-1994).
Acting Career:
* Oscar-Winning Actor: Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Ray Charles in the biographical film "Ray" (2004).
* Other Notable Roles: "Miami Vice" (2006), "Django Unchained" (2012), "Baby Driver" (2017), "Project Power" (2020).
* Voice Acting: Lent his voice to various animated films, including "The Lego Movie" (2014) and "Soul" (2020).
Music Career:
* R&B and Pop Singer: Has released five studio albums, including "Unpredictable" (2005) and "Intuition" (2010).
* Multiple Grammy Awards: Won five Grammy Awards for his musical work.
* Successful Collaborations: Has collaborated with various artists, including Kanye West, Justin Timberlake, and Drake.
Other Facts:
* Proud father: Has two daughters, Corinne and Annalise Bishop.
* Activist: An advocate for social justice and has spoken out against racial injustice.
* Sports Fan: A passionate supporter of the Dallas Cowboys and the Los Angeles Lakers.
* Philanthropist: Has supported various charities, including the Starlight Children's Foundation.
Recent Health Challenges:
* In April 2023, Foxx suffered a medical emergency that caused him to be hospitalized.
* He has been recovering and is expected to make a full recovery.
Jamie Foxx is a multi-talented entertainer with a diverse and successful career spanning music, film, and comedy. His talent, passion, and dedication have made him a cultural icon and a role model for many.