No they are not related. Some people usually question this because Redd Foxx's real name was John Elroy Sanford (Dec. 9, 1922-Oct. 11, 1991). So some people may have thought that he and Isabel Sanford (born Eloise Gwendolyn Sanford)(Aug. 29, 1917-July 9, 2004) were related but they are not. They just have the same surname.
Redd Foxx's son Lamont Sanford was played by Demond Wilson.
John Elroy Sanford aka Redd Foxx, was born in St. Louis, Missouri.
John Elroy Sanford.
Redd Foxx (1922-1991)
Redd Foxx. He was the guy who played Fred Sanford, a junk dealer, in the NBC sitcom Sanford and Son.
Redd Foxx's real last name is Sanford. His character on Sanford and Son was named after his brother.
Redd Foxx's son Lamont Sanford was played by Demond Wilson.
John Sanford changed his professional name to Redd Foxx.
John Elroy Sanford aka Redd Foxx, was born in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Jamie Foxx is not directly related to Redd Foxx, although they share a similar surname. Jamie Foxx, born Eric Marlon Bishop, is a contemporary actor and musician, while Redd Foxx, born John Elroy Sanford, was a famous comedian and actor known for his role in "Sanford and Son." Any connection between them is primarily through the entertainment industry rather than familial ties.
Redd Foxx.
John Elroy Sanford.
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Redd Foxx (1922-1991)
You are talking about Redd Foxx who played Fred Sanford in the tv show, 'Sanford and Son'.