"Ray" is the 2004 biographical film for which Jamie Foxx won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Ray Charles.
Jamie Foxx is an American actor, singer, comedian, and producer. He was born on December 13, 1967, in Terrell, Texas, USA. Foxx's real name is Eric Marlon Bishop, and he adopted his stage name in honor of comedian Redd Foxx.
Foxx began his career in the entertainment industry as a stand-up comedian in the late 1980s. He gained prominence in the mid-1990s as a cast member on the sketch comedy TV series "In Living Color". Foxx then transitioned to acting, appearing in films such as "Any Given Sunday" (1999), "Ali" (2001), and "Collateral" (2004).
In 2004, Foxx won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in the biographical film "Ray", in which he portrayed the legendary musician Ray Charles. He has also been nominated for several other awards for his roles in films such as "Django Unchained" (2012), "Just Mercy" (2019), and "Soul" (2020).
Foxx has not only made a name for himself as an actor, but also as an accomplished singer, having achieved success in the music industry. He has released several albums, including "Unpredictable" (2005), which topped the Billboard 200 chart, and has collaborated with artists such as Kanye West, T.I., and Justin Timberlake. Foxx has also produced several films and TV series, including the comedy TV series "The Jamie Foxx Show" (1996-2001) and the drama film "Hustle & Flow" (2005).
Jamie Foxx Movies
Jamie Foxx has appeared in numerous movies throughout his career. Here are some of his most notable films:
Collateral Damage (2002) - Foxx starred alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in this action-thriller about a firefighter seeking revenge after his family is killed in a terrorist attack.
Collateral (2004) - In this crime thriller, Foxx played a cab driver who finds himself trapped in a dangerous situation after picking up a hitman played by Tom Cruise.
Ray (2004) - Jamie Foxx won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of legendary musician Ray Charles in this biographical drama.
The Soloist (2009) - Foxx played a homeless musician with schizophrenia who befriends a journalist (Robert Downey Jr.) in this drama based on a true story.
Django Unchained (2012) - Foxx starred as the title character in Quentin Tarantino's Western revenge film, which received critical acclaim and commercial success.
Baby Driver (2017) - Foxx played a ruthless bank robber in this action-comedy about a young getaway driver trying to escape a life of crime.
Just Mercy (2019) - Foxx portrayed real-life wrongfully convicted death row inmate Walter McMillian in this legal drama based on Bryan Stevenson's memoir.
Jamie Foxx TV shows
Jamie Foxx has appeared in several TV shows throughout his career, both as an actor and as a producer. Here are some of his most notable TV shows:
In Living Color (1991-1994) - Foxx was a cast member on this sketch comedy show created by Keenen Ivory Wayans.
The Jamie Foxx Show (1996-2001) - Foxx starred in and produced this sitcom about a struggling musician who works at his aunt and uncle's hotel in Los Angeles.
Horrible Bosses (2011) - Foxx made a guest appearance on this comedy TV show, playing a criminal who gives advice to three friends plotting to kill their bosses.
Beat Shazam (2017-present) - Foxx hosts and produces this music game show in which contestants compete to identify songs before the Shazam app can.
White Famous (2017) - Foxx executive produced this comedy series about a rising African-American comedian trying to make it in Hollywood.
The Masked Singer (2019) - Foxx was a guest panelist on this popular reality singing competition show.
Dad Stop Embarrassing Me! (2021) - Foxx starred in and executive produced this Netflix sitcom about a single dad navigating his relationship with his teenage daughter.
Jamie Foxx Awards
In addition to his Academy Award win for Best Actor for "Ray", Jamie Foxx has received numerous other awards throughout his career. Here are some of his other notable awards and honors:
Golden Globe Awards: Foxx has won two Golden Globe Awards - one for Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy for "Ray" and one for Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for "Sherman's Showcase" (2020).
Screen Actors Guild Awards: Foxx has won two Screen Actors Guild Awards - one for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for "Ray" and one for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Django Unchained".
BET Awards: Foxx has won several BET Awards, including Best Male R&B Artist and Best Actor.
Grammy Awards: Foxx has won one Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for "Blame It".
MTV Movie Awards: Foxx has won three MTV Movie Awards, including Best Villain for "Django Unchained".
Hollywood Walk of Fame: Foxx received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007.
NAACP Image Awards: Foxx has won several NAACP Image Awards, including Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture for "Ray" and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture for "Collateral".
