Remembering the legendary REDD FOXX, a true comedy icon, on his birthday. Born John Elroy Sanford on December 9, 1922, in St. Louis, Missouri, Redd Foxx grew up in Chicago's South Side. He acquired the nickname "Redd" due to his reddish-brown hair and "Foxx" for his sly, cunning nature. Redd Foxx began his career in entertainment performing stand-up comedy in nightclubs and theaters, often incorporating his signature raunchy humor and storytelling style. He became a popular figure in the "Chitli

(Sound on) #OnThisDay (2003): Legendary comedian and entertainer Bob Hope dies at the age of 100, leaving a legacy that spans film, TV, radio, music, dance, and, perhaps most impressively, the armed services. Hope was a tireless supporter of the troops, headlining USO tours 57 times (!) and undertaking numerous active service and veterans fundraising efforts. Get "Hope," http://amzn.to/2aey9se | History in Five