Jamie Foxx Height, Bio, and Interesting Stats

Jamie Foxx is not just an acclaimed actor standing at a height of 5 feet 9 inches, but also a super talented singer, comedian, and producer.

Bio – Jamie Foxx

Jamie Foxx, originally named Eric Marlon Bishop at birth was born on December 13, 1967. He was adopted and raised by his grandparents after his parents separated.

Comedy

He initially started comedy during his college days and started off with stand-up routines. It was during this period that he adopted the moniker “Jamie Foxx”.

He chose a gender-neutral first name to stand out and increase his chances of getting stage time at comedy clubs.

Acting

After making a mark in the world of comedy, Jamie Foxx expanded his horizons to acting. His breakout role came with the biographical film “Ray”, where he played the legendary musician Ray Charles.

His performance was so impressive that he not only won new fans worldwide but also clinched the Academy Award for Best Actor.

Music

Jamie Foxx’s talents are not limited to movies. He is also a successful musician with albums ranged from genres like R&B to pop, giving hits that topped charts and earned him Grammy Awards.

Jamie Foxx’s Height

Jamie Foxx stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters) tall, which puts him in the average range among American actors.

Full Stats

Name	Eric Marlon Bishop (professionally known as Jamie Foxx)
Date of Birth	December 13, 1967
Birthplace	Terrell, Texas, USA
Occupation	Actor, Singer, Comedian, & Producer
Awards	Academy Award for “Ray”, Grammy Award, among others
Education	Terrell High School (interest in music, basketball, and football)
Famous Roles	“Collateral”, “Django Unchained”, “Baby Driver”
Musical Career	Albums including hits like “Blame It”, “Unpredictable”, “Fall for Your Type”; Collaborations with Kanye West, T-Pain, and more
Trivia	Chose professional name as a tribute to Redd Foxx, Began as a stand-up comedian Classically trained pianist
Children	Two daughters: Corinne and Anelise