My father worked for Redd for 12 years in the 70’s/80’s. We lived in his Beverly Hills house for a year while we were getting established in Encino. Redd was a very generous man and was taken advantage of by many people that were close to him. He loved dogs and would take in strays all the time. When we lived in his home he had 6 dogs that were strays. He was one of the kindest men that I ever met. Towards the end had many issues, and may he RIP, and party in heaven with my father. . He will always be missed. One of the greatest comedians of all time.
When Redd passed away his wife put a lot of his personal belongings in a storage unit and abandoned it. I bought a lot of the items from the person that bought the unit. It includes a signed picture of him with Joe Louis who he talked about a lot on Sanford and Son.I love Redd Foxx and hate that he struggled in his golden years. Rest in Peace..
I was the mover that put his stuff in storage his wife had to go back to California to battle over the will because his first wife was contessing the will
Redd's real name was John E. Sanford. His brother was Fred G. Sanford. His cousin Wayne (RIP) was/is the father to two friends of mine- Mr. Sanford was one of the most upright, straightforward and genuine men you could meet. His sons are also great men, I've known them for almost 30 years.
@@pattypetty9615 , It looks like it was used for commerical use after he had it. They broke up the walls around that back yard and made it into parking area. Sad ending for such a Talented Man...
@@pattypetty9615 The bygone days of wine and roses. I'm not married, no kids, last of my line and have generations of old photo books, family history, dad's WWII mementos. It will all go to a trash bin within a week of my death (aged 60, presently). I know this and it's so disturbing.
I met Redd in July 1985 at the Hacienda in Vegas. 10 am he was gambling and half drunk. We talked and he gave me tickets to his show that night. What a guy!
My family lived across the street from that house in the 70's and my bus stop to go to Valley Highschool was right in front of his house. Back then there were grass and trees and beautiful landscaping on his entire property. Out front near the street where the bus stop was Red was thoughtful and kind enough to put a water fountain and a bench under a shade tree for us kids. We never saw him but to me that shows you the kind of person and neighbor he was at ❤️......A class act despite his Hollywood persona and tough exterior.
From what I remember when Red Foxx went broke, his manager embezzled all his money and had not been paying taxes. My mom said she saw him crying on the news. He said the IRS even took the watch Elvis Presley gave him as a gift. They are ruthless. I have all seasons on DVD and I never get tired of Sanford and Son. Thanks for the video, Scott.
I remember it well he was on our local news station begging and crying while they carried his belongings out of the house. I wondered why nobody can and helped him save his home he loved.
@@702SinSuper He was in deep debt from his acct being swindled by a person who handled his money. The IRS is ruthless. Eddie Murphy gave him a part in a movie to help him, but he died soon after probably from stress. I've seen stories like this where people committed suicide
I grew up the next street down from Red Foxx. He was the nicest man I have ever met. He went out of his way to help the kids out in the neighborhood. Our bus stop was right in front of his house. He built a water fountain for us. He was a legend!
@@tarshaoneal66 He was the coolest guy in the neighborhood. He and Grady would hand out handfuls of candy to us on Halloween. He actually bought the convenience store right down the street and turned it into Sanford and Son and had the red truck parked out on front from the show. That was a legendary neighborhood. Sammy Davis Jr. shopped at the same store my mom did. We would run into him at least once a week.
My grandpa loved Redd Foxx he never missed an episode of sandford and son. Strangely enough they both passed away on the exact same day. Thanks for the vlog Scott!
This was a beautiful tribute! Here is a fun fact. His real name was JohnSanford and he had a brother named Fred G Sanford. Sadly, his brother was in and out of prison and died 5 years before Sanford and Son premiered. He names his character after his brother and would often say his name "Fred G Sanford," to honor his brother's memory.
I own al the seasons of Sanford and Son on DVD. I watch them still each year. Redd Foxx rules, always did, and always will. The one and only. Always and forever. Rest in Peace Redd.
My favorite Fred Sandford line: " I KNOW WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT. IT'S ALL ABOUT A MILKMAN... WITH A UGLY WIFE AND FIVE DAUGHTERS, AND HE'S ALWAYS FUSSIN' AT GOD."
@@timothyturner1056 No you don’t know, sir. Remember the thief on the cross? He was unrepentant until a VERY short time before his death. Jesus said “Today thou shalt be with me in paradise”. You have NO IDEA what Redd Foxx might have prayed in his last moments. No idea AT ALL. Last time I looked, you weren’t listed as being present when he died. You like quoting The Bible, just make sure you quote all of it. And with that being said, “Ye shall know a tree by the fruit it bears”. It’s very true that Redd did not lead a life that was pleasing to Christ. But tell me how you grapple with the thief on the cross, and tell me how you were able to see into Redd’s heart in the moments before he died. You appear to be nothing more than another judgemental evangelical who talks out of both sides of their mouth. So judgemental, but also SO lacking in their compassion for others. Quick to judge and point out fault, but slow to help.
Redd Foxx. There will never be another like this classic man. The memories he has left us. One of a kind. Thanks for sharing and great job commemorating this legend. ❤
🙏🏾🙏🏾Thank you for showing tribute to a very close friend of mine,who I got to know when I lived in Las Vegas and had me write his winning tickets at the MGM! Good memories! 🌅🌅🌅🌅✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
This makes me so sad because Sanford and Son was my favorite sitcom when I was a young child and even now as a 45-year-old man it's still my favorite sitcom. I was not born until 1977 so the show was already on before I was born but my father used to watch this show a lot in the 80s and I used to watch it with him as a young child in Mississippi. I think great sitcoms are timeless so even now in 2022 I still watch Sanford and Son, Good Times, The Jeffersons, What's Happening, and All in the Family. I don't watch these shows everyday like I used to when I was in my twenties and early 30s but I still watch them quite often.
I would never have imagined that being Mr. Foxx home, it kind of reminds you of a mini motel from the way it looks. I've always pictured him living in a huge fancy house on the hill with all the exotic trimmings. Redd Foxx is a true icon loved by millions, including myself. R.I.P Redd🦊
@@topsyturvyy4558 Ya but today's 'Stars' only exist to be political message boards. Thats why the Democrat Party took over all the big talent agencies in H-wood.
Holy crap - I've walked passed that house at least a thousand times, saw the red fox on the marquee, and didn't even know....Thank you sir for enlightening me....keep up the great work....
The IRS are heartless to throw an elderly man out of his home. They could've waited until he passed. The stress I'm sure pushed his well being into the gutter even faster. Another you tuber stated the real estate company found some of his clothing & pics in the home when they moved in. I like how they put a red fox picture on the property in his honor
@@timberman1045 tell that to Wesley Snipes who spent how long in jail and crushed his career. If he'd paid his taxes he'd never gone to jail and his career would have continued. Tell that to Nicholas Cage who had to give $90M to the IRS for back taxes and penalties.
Lived in Vegas over 20 years and drove on Eastern and by that house(business)many times and didn't know until today it was Redds. Thank you Scott. Another fine video.
Thank you for giving big Redd some shine. This man piled so many friends on his back and made them famous, and prosperous as well. He's like MJ, there will never be another one like him. 💕
Redd was and still is the man! Used to watch Sanford & Son growing up as a kid at my grandma’s house. Thanks for sharing this Scott! Be safe buddy and thank you for what you do!
One of many stories to come out of Harlem nights was Redd was broke. Eddie insisted Redd be given a role. Redd said he'd do it, but Della had to be there. I don't know how much truth is there, but I hope at least some. Great job as usual Scott
It was true. Because he wouldn't do the film without Della Reese. Redd Foxx loved Della Reese, and when Redd Foxx died, it broke her heart and she thought that he was playing around like Fred Sanford doing his heart attack routine but he actually died later on that night. His last words were get my wife, get my wife.
Thank you Scott for the tribute to late and GREAT REDD FOXX. He was indeed fun to watch on the big screen as well on the sitcoms. We all grew up watching him and til this day I still watch his sitcoms and they’re still hilarious. He’s definitely missed. When I go out to LV I’m going to definitely pay my respects to him. Thanks Scott and thank you REDD FOXX for entertaining us God Bless You and May you Rest In Peace ❤❤🙏🙏
As a kid growing up in the 70's, I remember watching Sanford and Son on Tv. One of my favorite shows. Redd Foxx was so damn funny. I saw a couple of his standup performances, again, very funny. It so tragic how he had financial problems with the IRS. Rumor had it that Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy cast Redd Foxx in Harlem Nights so that Redd could have some money to help pay for some of his debts to the IRS. But, he was funny, dirty mouth for sure lol. But he was for sure entertaining; a true comedic genius. RIP Redd Foxx. Great video Scott. I've seen so many youtubers try to do videos of famous people, tell their stories and show their grave sites, but I have to say Scott, no one comes even close to your warmth and classiness that you put into your videos. Your videos are done with so much care and respect. Thank you!!
I just turned 34 and I remember as a small child and a kid growing up in the 90s I was obsessed watching reruns of shows. I loved S&S Red is and amazing actor and comedian one of my all time favorites. I grew watching the Munsters, admas family, lidsville, hr puffinstuff all the classics that TV land would air. I certainly miss those days as a child watching all those fantastic shows. I sincerely thank you for sharing this
Scott, what you don't understand is that was a long time ago. That street was not that congested back in the late seventies early eighties. So those ranches were actually beautiful. So you need to check your time line. We lived next door to him back in 81 Things were quiet and there was no traffic. A lot has changed since then . it looked nothing like what you are seeing now.
Hubby met Redd in Vegas at a poker table, he didn't like people fawning over him. A lady came up to him while he was trying to play..."Your Redd Foxx! Your playing poker! I have always wondered what you stars do when your not acting!" He replied, "Lady, I wake up and take a CRAP just like everyone else". Hubby laughed his butt off!
As a kid I loved that show. I’d spend weekends in NYC with my grandparents and we’d watch Sandford and Son as well as Chico and the Man on Saturday nights. Red Fox made us laugh. Great TV days. I can’t believe he’s been gone so long ago.
That's true. Della Reese told some of the same stories of his remarkable generosity. She said he couldn't tell anyone no when they asked him for something, but what he did for Pat Morita is amazing. You just don't run across folks like that often.
Those were the Days when Comedy was Comedy and the intentions were to offend everyone to get a laugh.. A true G.O.A.T. status Comedian.. Watch his stuff all the time still that's when Comedy was Truly Comedy.. What was done to this comedian was simply wrong, RIP Big Redd,
Insanely funny and talented man. It tugs at my heart strings whenever I see pictures of the departed as children and wonder if they lived their lives how they wanted to, if they fulfilled their purpose. May he rest in peace 🕊💜 Scott, thank you my friend for these
Scott, thanks so much for covering Redd Foxx. Before Malcolm X converted to Islam, Redd Foxx was his best friend. There is so much that people don't know about this legendary man.
Redd's daughter invited my girlfriend and I to his dressing room after his performance at Dangerfield's in NYC in '83. He gave us autographed pics. Very gracious and accommodating. Met Rodney too.
I did not realize that Red has been gone so long. I always enjoyed him on Sandford and Son. His house looks pretty inconspicuous for being owned by a tv star and well- known comedian. I wonder how many people drove by it every day and did not know he lived there. RIP Redd.
Grew up on "Sanford and Son", LMAO especially when he and Aunt Esther would exchange banter! One of a kind comedian that can never be replaced. RIP Redd Foxx 😪
I honestly forgot all about how groundbreaking Redd Foxx was as a comedian. I appreciate the effort you put in to find his home & pay respect at his grave.
Very true, me and my brothers would stop by on the way to Cannnon Middle School and drink from the water fountain he had outside. Ever so often Red would be out grabbing his paper. He always waved and said hi. Great guy RIP
I just visited there last year. I also went to the grave of Robin Leach at another nearby cemetery. Sonny Liston too. My family went to the strip and I went to visit cemeteries. I do it all the time on vacations. Love your content Scott. Finally somebody I can relate to. When in Denver look me up. Lots to see here buddy.
Loved Redd Foxx in Sanford and Son! So hilarious! Makes me sad to hear that he had such financial issues there at the end of his life. Never knew that about him.. I appreciate how your videos always teach me something! Rest In Peace Redd Foxx.
Normally a move to Las Vegas is a financial dream come true. Meaning, the taxes. The tax structure between California and Las Vegas is miles apart. For what ever reason Mr Foxx could not take advantage of this and went broke. Very sad ending to a comic genius . Thank you for your programs.
I met him one day in 1988 at the Hacienda casino and he was so nice and laid back and we gambled on a couple of one armed bandits for awhile. Was such a comedic force and never really got all the respect he so deserved!
In the back there used to be a pool when he lived there and they filled it in and paved it over and previous tenants have said it was haunted all to heck. Thanks for the tour Scott love ya channel keep it up👍
I live in Las Vegas and I used to have to drive by his house everyday for work. I also heard it was haunted as well. That lights will go on and off and if I'm not mistaken there is a specific door that will open and close by itself. How cool that you were there. I do not live very far from that house.
@@latashaalston4350 Yes. I don't remember who went and investigated it but 1 of the paranormal channels I watch went there and did an investigation and even the people that work there now have talked about paranormal experiences they have had. I think it's the door to what use to be Mr. Foxx's bedroom is the 1 that will open and close by itself.
@@kevinberymon8415 That doesn't mean anything. His spirit can still go back to his house. They say Elvis still haunts his old dressing room at the Westgate that used to be the Hilton that used to be International where he performed but also haunts Graceland as well.
Best role he ever did was in Harlem nights , never , ever , have I laughed so hard 🤣 the blind old man was PERFECT , 1 WORD CAN only describe him , LEGEND ...THANKS AGAIN Scott for the great video my friend
A nice tribute Scott!! I always watched this when I was a kid with my parents. I remember laughing at the episode where Redd Foxx as Sanford tells Esther “ I can take dough, push it on your face and make gorilla cookies!!!😂😂 she called him a heathen!!😂RIP Mr Foxx!🌹🙏🏽
Bro I extremely appreciate this video and you doing this ..you are awesome for this ..thanks for allowing the universe to use I appreciate your obedience...❤️
Thank you Scott for doing this vlog. I did not know that Redd Foxx was yet another American icon who was indebted to the IRS. Eddy Murphy was such a kind soul to pay for Redd's final resting spot. Thank goodness we still have people like Mr. Murphy in our lives. On to the next video! :)
Growing up in Inglewood, CA when I was a child, we lived next door to Redd's niece and nephew. He would come by to visit from time to time and I remember he was super nice to us kids. Thanks for sharing Scott!
Don't know him as a comedian, but I did see him in the movie with Eddy Murphy. Thank you Scott for showing.Now i know a little more about him and go look him up on youtube. May he rest in peace 💞
Thanks for sharing. I’m a Vegas Uber driver and when ever I have an older born and raised Vegas passenger in my car and we pass that area, they ALWAYS mentions Redd Foxx so I know he was loved and made a big impact on people in Vegas.
I always loved Redd Foxx , what a treasure. I have no way of knowing but I would almost bet that he didn’t let the IRS issues get the best of him…people that grew up in the era that he did were tough as nails. He seemed like he wouldn’t have pulled himself up by the bootstraps and moved forward. RIP Redd…thanks for sharing such a great video ✝️🇺🇸👆🏻🅰️
Always loved watching the Re-runs. It's hard to believe that he's been deceased since 1991, over 30 years. I'm suprised his house is still vacant. Rest in Peace.
Yep. Many celebrities find themselves in the same financial mess. Living too high on the hog, the wrong people managing your business affairs, etc. People like Sammy Davis Jr. died broke, Isaac Hayes lost much of his wealth even Elvis Presley had very little wealth and basically his home and property. Ofcourse, Elvis still had potential earning after his death, making many times as much money than he ever did when he was alive. His daughter and his former wife became very rich , but gave alot of it to the church of Scientology.
Hey man thanks for doing this story ..we grew up watching Redd Foxx and sneaking our parents old party records and listening to this legendary comedian👍👍👍
Remembering goin to see this place when it was still a regular home , nice pool in the back when Redd Foxx owned it , thanks for doin this Scott, my favorite entertainer ever!!
Hey Scott, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos, there is something about them that I find comfort in, when I'm going through the lows I like to separate myself and "travel" to these locations for awhile, I found your channel from your Kurt Cobain content and am glad I did. Cheers and safe travels.
I was really never into redd Fox but from what I hear he was very funny. I actually was never into stand up comedy believe it or not!! This is another great vid done by you Scott! You have such a gift to tell a story! Thx again for great content!! Love and peace….
Very beautiful Soul Red Fox freaking legend. I watched him on Sanford and Son. loved the banter between Lamont Aunt Ester and him. gifted talented entertainer for sure. Very tastefully done Scott.🌹Rest in Peace PoP
In the Fifties Red Fox had " Party Records" , off color comedy on a 78 RPM record. Later on 33 RPM LP records....A must for a good party. His son's should pay respects by making sure Red's grave was taken care of!
This is a nice video man. Thank you for posting. Its truly a shame. He made so many people laugh and for get about there troubles for awhile and he worked as hard as anyone in Hollywood and Eddie Murphy had to take care of his last bill. Rip Redd.
Nice documentary. Thank you. You remind me of a mix between Pauly Shore and Jo Koy. I don't know why your channel showed up on my front page but thank you.
I love Redd Foxx I have him , Lamont & Aunt Esther tattooed on my left leg everytime I watch Sanford or something about him I get real emotional cause my grandma put me on to SANFORD AND SON when I was 5yrs old & I'll never forget that night literally the fondest moment I have being that young & watching SANFORD with my grandma since that night to this day I've NEVER stopped watching SANFORD AND SON.... SCOTTONTAPE Redd had a pool in his backyard that's why it was so big back there & you missed right in front of his front door on the concrete was I believe his name I was there at his house 2yrs ago & plan on going back next few months.... But great job for covering my hero Redd thank you so much!!!!!
You apparently missed his signature in the concrete? If I remember correctly he signed right outside the front door. It was still there when I was living in Vegas. Did somebody cut it out since then?
It's so sad how he died with nothing. I guess he didn't have much of a family even if Eddie Murphy paid for his grave (God bless Eddy Murphy). I just loved Redd Fox. His show and All in the Family will always be my favorites. I can still feel the belly laughs from them. Two Classics with some class acts! RIP Redd.
My father worked for Redd for 12 years in the 70’s/80’s. We lived in his Beverly Hills house for a year while we were getting established in Encino. Redd was a very generous man and was taken advantage of by many people that were close to him. He loved dogs and would take in strays all the time. When we lived in his home he had 6 dogs that were strays. He was one of the kindest men that I ever met. Towards the end had many issues, and may he RIP, and party in heaven with my father. . He will always be missed. One of the greatest comedians of all time.
When Redd passed away his wife put a lot of his personal belongings in a storage unit and abandoned it. I bought a lot of the items from the person that bought the unit. It includes a signed picture of him with Joe Louis who he talked about a lot on Sanford and Son.I love Redd Foxx and hate that he struggled in his golden years. Rest in Peace..
Wonder why she put out a lot of his belongings. That’s sad
@@jennifermalone7481 Because she didn’t care for him anyway
I was the mover that put his stuff in storage his wife had to go back to California to battle over the will because his first wife was contessing the will
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Or because it was just stuff she didn't need cluttering up a place. Sentiments don't pay bills.
How horribly sad for a man people loved so much. God bless Eddie Murphy He’s a good guy.
Redd's real name was John E. Sanford. His brother was Fred G. Sanford. His cousin Wayne (RIP) was/is the father to two friends of mine- Mr. Sanford was one of the most upright, straightforward and genuine men you could meet. His sons are also great men, I've known them for almost 30 years.
God Bless!
So why is his home abandoned?
So he went by redd in real life? That's weird. Seems his stone would have his real name on it
@@pattypetty9615 , It looks like it was used for commerical use after he had it. They broke up the walls around that back yard and made it into parking area. Sad ending for such a Talented Man...
@@pattypetty9615 The bygone days of wine and roses. I'm not married, no kids, last of my line and have generations of old photo books, family history, dad's WWII mementos. It will all go to a trash bin within a week of my death (aged 60, presently). I know this and it's so disturbing.
I met Redd in July 1985 at the Hacienda in Vegas. 10 am he was gambling and half drunk. We talked and he gave me tickets to his show that night. What a guy!
My family lived across the street from that house in the 70's and my bus stop to go to Valley Highschool was right in front of his house. Back then there were grass and trees and beautiful landscaping on his entire property. Out front near the street where the bus stop was Red was thoughtful and kind enough to put a water fountain and a bench under a shade tree for us kids. We never saw him but to me that shows you the kind of person and neighbor he was at ❤️......A class act despite his Hollywood persona and tough exterior.
Thank you for sharing that. Very sweet
A friend of mine lived on Rawhide 2 blocks west of Eastern. I remember seeing Redd's red car out in front. Good times.
I remember playing on valley vikings V Baseball in 77/78 when it snowed first time in 33 yrs. Great days back then. Redd is still legend if you ask me
Dispite?
That's back when humans were still civilized. No famous person could live like that now. We have become beasts.
From what I remember when Red Foxx went broke, his manager embezzled all his money and had not been paying taxes. My mom said she saw him crying on the news. He said the IRS even took the watch Elvis Presley gave him as a gift. They are ruthless. I have all seasons on DVD and I never get tired of Sanford and Son. Thanks for the video, Scott.
I remember it well he was on our local news station begging and crying while they carried his belongings out of the house. I wondered why nobody can and helped him save his home he loved.
@@702SinSuper He was in deep debt from his acct being swindled by a person who handled his money. The IRS is ruthless. Eddie Murphy gave him a part in a movie to help him, but he died soon after probably from stress. I've seen stories like this where people committed suicide
I remember this
Sad Biden is hiring more IRS. Sad what the Democrats are doing to America. RIP Red
@@702SinSuper , A shame that some of his wealthy hollywood pals didn`t help him.
Nice to see someone giving Redd the recognition. Thanks
I grew up the next street down from Red Foxx. He was the nicest man I have ever met. He went out of his way to help the kids out in the neighborhood. Our bus stop was right in front of his house. He built a water fountain for us. He was a legend!
WOW!! That’s so sweet.
The story was told years ago that his spirit never left the house,that’s why it was never sold
@@tarshaoneal66 He was the coolest guy in the neighborhood. He and Grady would hand out handfuls of candy to us on Halloween. He actually bought the convenience store right down the street and turned it into Sanford and Son and had the red truck parked out on front from the show. That was a legendary neighborhood. Sammy Davis Jr. shopped at the same store my mom did. We would run into him at least once a week.
My grandpa loved Redd Foxx he never missed an episode of sandford and son. Strangely enough they both passed away on the exact same day. Thanks for the vlog Scott!
Rest In Peace to your Grandpa and Redd Foxx.🙏🏽
This was a beautiful tribute! Here is a fun fact. His real name was JohnSanford and he had a brother named Fred G Sanford. Sadly, his brother was in and out of prison and died 5 years before Sanford and Son premiered. He names his character after his brother and would often say his name "Fred G Sanford," to honor his brother's memory.
“And the G is for Greatness “
Wow I never knew that thanks for sharing!
I own al the seasons of Sanford and Son on DVD. I watch them still each year. Redd Foxx rules, always did, and always will. The one and only. Always and forever. Rest in Peace Redd.
The Sanford and Son theme song is the ringtone on my phone
My favorite Fred Sandford line:
" I KNOW WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT.
IT'S ALL ABOUT A MILKMAN...
WITH A UGLY WIFE
AND FIVE DAUGHTERS,
AND HE'S ALWAYS FUSSIN' AT GOD."
Nothing on 📺 today even compares. I miss the 70 80 comedies
@@timothyturner1056 And how would you know, sir? Only God knows the heart of a person. Period.
@@timothyturner1056 No you don’t know, sir. Remember the thief on the cross? He was unrepentant until a VERY short time before his death. Jesus said “Today thou shalt be with me in paradise”. You have NO IDEA what Redd Foxx might have prayed in his last moments. No idea AT ALL. Last time I looked, you weren’t listed as being present when he died. You like quoting The Bible, just make sure you quote all of it. And with that being said, “Ye shall know a tree by the fruit it bears”. It’s very true that Redd did not lead a life that was pleasing to Christ. But tell me how you grapple with the thief on the cross, and tell me how you were able to see into Redd’s heart in the moments before he died. You appear to be nothing more than another judgemental evangelical who talks out of both sides of their mouth. So judgemental, but also SO lacking in their compassion for others. Quick to judge and point out fault, but slow to help.
Redd Foxx. There will never be another like this classic man. The memories he has left us. One of a kind. Thanks for sharing and great job commemorating this legend. ❤
AGREED!👍
🙏🏾🙏🏾Thank you for showing tribute to a very close friend of mine,who I got to know when I lived in Las Vegas and had me write his winning tickets at the MGM! Good memories! 🌅🌅🌅🌅✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
The barriers he broke down as a comedian were priceless 🙏🏼
This makes me so sad because Sanford and Son was my favorite sitcom when I was a young child and even now as a 45-year-old man it's still my favorite sitcom. I was not born until 1977 so the show was already on before I was born but my father used to watch this show a lot in the 80s and I used to watch it with him as a young child in Mississippi. I think great sitcoms are timeless so even now in 2022 I still watch Sanford and Son, Good Times, The Jeffersons, What's Happening, and All in the Family. I don't watch these shows everyday like I used to when I was in my twenties and early 30s but I still watch them quite often.
I love Redd Foxx, he was amazing!! Funny, and could be sentimental.. Still watch Sanford and Son every weekend!
I would never have imagined that being Mr. Foxx home, it kind of reminds you of a mini motel from the way it looks. I've always pictured him living in a huge fancy house on the hill with all the exotic trimmings. Redd Foxx is a true icon loved by millions, including myself. R.I.P Redd🦊
Red Fox doesn’t get the respect he deserves I feel
Today's "Stars" make a thousand fold more money than he did yet they don't have the talent this man had under the dirt of his nails.
Agreed 💯❤
@@topsyturvyy4558 Ya but today's 'Stars' only exist to be political message boards. Thats why the Democrat Party took over all the big talent agencies in H-wood.
He lived in a modest home. LOVED him in Sanford & Son, grew up watching that. Amazing man.
Indeed. Sometimes he was hilarious without even trying to be. Our Family Loved him too.
Holy crap - I've walked passed that house at least a thousand times, saw the red fox on the marquee, and didn't even know....Thank you sir for enlightening me....keep up the great work....
Wow!
When?
@Marty's 4x4
How far is it from the Vegas strip?
I asked a guy that lives in Vegas if he knew about this house and he said he went by it 100 times before he knew...just like you...
@@MsLB-lm9mu hi
The IRS are heartless to throw an elderly man out of his home. They could've waited until he passed. The stress I'm sure pushed his well being into the gutter even faster. Another you tuber stated the real estate company found some of his clothing & pics in the home when they moved in. I like how they put a red fox picture on the property in his honor
They are thieves.
Pay your taxes, problem solved 🤷🏾♂️
@@Unclemarv12 I do but actually it’s not law .
@@timberman1045 tell that to Wesley Snipes who spent how long in jail and crushed his career. If he'd paid his taxes he'd never gone to jail and his career would have continued.
Tell that to Nicholas Cage who had to give $90M to the IRS for back taxes and penalties.
@@ronaldsteele6151 can’t help they don’t know the law
Lived in Vegas over 20 years and drove on Eastern and by that house(business)many times and didn't know until today it was Redds. Thank you Scott. Another fine video.
I drive past that house on a regular basis .
Where exactly is it located on eastern and what?
@@Only2wheelz Eastern and Rawhide, just east of the airport
@@vegasandy6646 thank u
Me also driving down Eastern was a daily route for me to go to work/ an home never knew that one of my favorite comedians home was there.
Thank you for giving big Redd some shine. This man piled so many friends on his back and made them famous, and prosperous as well. He's like MJ, there will never be another one like him. 💕
Redd was and still is the man! Used to watch Sanford & Son growing up as a kid at my grandma’s house. Thanks for sharing this Scott! Be safe buddy and thank you for what you do!
Loved that he helped so many comedians get their start. I learned he helped Pat Morita. Kind man, Redd
One of many stories to come out of Harlem nights was Redd was broke. Eddie insisted Redd be given a role. Redd said he'd do it, but Della had to be there. I don't know how much truth is there, but I hope at least some. Great job as usual Scott
It was true. Because he wouldn't do the film without Della Reese. Redd Foxx loved Della Reese, and when Redd Foxx died, it broke her heart and she thought that he was playing around like Fred Sanford doing his heart attack routine but he actually died later on that night. His last words were get my wife, get my wife.
Della spoke about him in her book
Pretty much the same as Lawanda Page
Thank you Scott for the tribute to late and GREAT REDD FOXX. He was indeed fun to watch on the big screen as well on the sitcoms. We all grew up watching him and til this day I still watch his sitcoms and they’re still hilarious. He’s definitely missed. When I go out to LV I’m going to definitely pay my respects to him. Thanks Scott and thank you REDD FOXX for entertaining us God Bless You and May you Rest In Peace ❤❤🙏🙏
As a kid growing up in the 70's, I remember watching Sanford and Son on Tv. One of my favorite shows. Redd Foxx was so damn funny. I saw a couple of his standup performances, again, very funny. It so tragic how he had financial problems with the IRS. Rumor had it that Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy cast Redd Foxx in Harlem Nights so that Redd could have some money to help pay for some of his debts to the IRS. But, he was funny, dirty mouth for sure lol. But he was for sure entertaining; a true comedic genius. RIP Redd Foxx. Great video Scott. I've seen so many youtubers try to do videos of famous people, tell their stories and show their grave sites, but I have to say Scott, no one comes even close to your warmth and classiness that you put into your videos. Your videos are done with so much care and respect. Thank you!!
I just turned 34 and I remember as a small child and a kid growing up in the 90s I was obsessed watching reruns of shows. I loved S&S Red is and amazing actor and comedian one of my all time favorites. I grew watching the Munsters, admas family, lidsville, hr puffinstuff all the classics that TV land would air. I certainly miss those days as a child watching all those fantastic shows. I sincerely thank you for sharing this
I love that you're so nostalgic so far every video you've done. You stuck with the old school❤️
Scott, what you don't understand is that was a long time ago.
That street was not that congested back in the late seventies early eighties.
So those ranches were actually beautiful.
So you need to check your time line.
We lived next door to him back in 81 Things were quiet and there was no traffic.
A lot has changed since then .
it looked nothing like what you are seeing now.
Lived next door the Redd? WHOA - I bet he was the coolest...Damn - Wish I met him
Thanks..that explains a lot.
That makes more sense.
Hubby met Redd in Vegas at a poker table, he didn't like people fawning over him. A lady came up to him while he was trying to play..."Your Redd Foxx! Your playing poker! I have always wondered what you stars do when your not acting!" He replied, "Lady, I wake up and take a CRAP just like everyone else". Hubby laughed his butt off!
Such respect from Mr Murphy.
As a kid I loved that show. I’d spend weekends in NYC with my grandparents and we’d watch Sandford and Son as well as Chico and the Man on Saturday nights. Red Fox made us laugh. Great TV days. I can’t believe he’s been gone so long ago.
I remember watching the show with my dad when I was younger!!! He was hilarious !! Rest In Peace Mr.Foxx
Thank you Eddie Murphy for your kindness! 💞
That love
Eddie Murphy has a good heart
There is an interview of Pat Morita who tells a story of how generous Redd Foxx was that will bring tears to your eyes.
That's true. Della Reese told some of the same stories of his remarkable generosity. She said he couldn't tell anyone no when they asked him for something, but what he did for Pat Morita is amazing. You just don't run across folks like that often.
One of the coolest videos. Thanks Scott. I love watching his comedy and Sanford and Son. Sad ending to a true icon. RIP Redd.
Those were the Days when Comedy was Comedy and the intentions were to offend everyone to get a laugh.. A true G.O.A.T. status Comedian.. Watch his stuff all the time still that's when Comedy was Truly Comedy..
What was done to this comedian was simply wrong,
RIP Big Redd,
So true 👍
Insanely funny and talented man. It tugs at my heart strings whenever I see pictures of the departed as children and wonder if they lived their lives how they wanted to, if they fulfilled their purpose. May he rest in peace 🕊💜 Scott, thank you my friend for these
Rest In Heaven Peaceful REDD FOXX YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART
Scott, thanks so much for covering Redd Foxx. Before Malcolm X converted to Islam, Redd Foxx was his best friend. There is so much that people don't know about this legendary man.
Detroit Redd....
Redd's daughter invited my girlfriend and I to his dressing room after his performance at Dangerfield's in NYC in '83. He gave us autographed pics. Very gracious and accommodating. Met Rodney too.
I did not realize that Red has been gone so long. I always enjoyed him on Sandford and Son. His house looks pretty inconspicuous for being owned by a tv star and well- known comedian. I wonder how many people drove by it every day and did not know he lived there. RIP Redd.
Grew up on "Sanford and Son", LMAO especially when he and Aunt Esther would exchange banter! One of a kind comedian that can never be replaced. RIP Redd Foxx 😪
I honestly forgot all about how groundbreaking Redd Foxx was as a comedian. I appreciate the effort you put in to find his home & pay respect at his grave.
Mom & Dad loved his scenes with Lawanda Page in Sanford & Son. Thanks Scott for sharing this.
Very true, me and my brothers would stop by on the way to Cannnon Middle School and drink from the water fountain he had outside. Ever so often Red would be out grabbing his paper. He always waved and said hi. Great guy RIP
Went to Cannon too! Grew up off of Clydesdale!
I just visited there last year. I also went to the grave of Robin Leach at another nearby cemetery. Sonny Liston too. My family went to the strip and I went to visit cemeteries. I do it all the time on vacations. Love your content Scott. Finally somebody I can relate to. When in Denver look me up. Lots to see here buddy.
I stop by graves to pay my respects too when I travel. People say it's very strange but oh well!
Where is Robin buried?
@@fdgirl3974 Palm Memorial
@@1966spyderco I looked up a video. That cemetery is beautiful
I visited cemeteries all across the country (USA) they’re beautiful
Loved Redd Foxx in Sanford and Son! So hilarious! Makes me sad to hear that he had such financial issues there at the end of his life. Never knew that about him.. I appreciate how your videos always teach me something! Rest In Peace Redd Foxx.
Normally a move to Las Vegas is a financial dream come true. Meaning, the taxes. The tax structure between California and Las Vegas is miles apart. For what ever reason Mr Foxx could not take advantage of this and went broke. Very sad ending to a comic genius . Thank you for your programs.
I met him one day in 1988 at the Hacienda casino and he was so nice and laid back and we gambled on a couple of one armed bandits for awhile. Was such a comedic force and never really got all the respect he so deserved!
In the back there used to be a pool when he lived there and they filled it in and paved it over and previous tenants have said it was haunted all to heck. Thanks for the tour Scott love ya channel keep it up👍
Such a wonderful tribute to Red Foxx. So nice and simple but straight from your heart. ❤️🤗✌🏼💕
Thank you my dear Karen ❤️❤️
I live in Las Vegas and I used to have to drive by his house everyday for work. I also heard it was haunted as well. That lights will go on and off and if I'm not mistaken there is a specific door that will open and close by itself. How cool that you were there. I do not live very far from that house.
They believe it is haunted by who? Mr. Redd?
@@latashaalston4350 Yes. I don't remember who went and investigated it but 1 of the paranormal channels I watch went there and did an investigation and even the people that work there now have talked about paranormal experiences they have had. I think it's the door to what use to be Mr. Foxx's bedroom is the 1 that will open and close by itself.
But he passed away on the set of the show 🤔
@@kevinberymon8415 That doesn't mean anything. His spirit can still go back to his house. They say Elvis still haunts his old dressing room at the Westgate that used to be the Hilton that used to be International where he performed but also haunts Graceland as well.
Best role he ever did was in Harlem nights , never , ever , have I laughed so hard 🤣 the blind old man was PERFECT , 1 WORD CAN only describe him , LEGEND ...THANKS AGAIN Scott for the great video my friend
A nice tribute Scott!! I always watched this when I was a kid with my parents. I remember laughing at the episode where Redd Foxx as Sanford tells Esther “ I can take dough, push it on your face and make gorilla cookies!!!😂😂 she called him a heathen!!😂RIP Mr Foxx!🌹🙏🏽
Aunt Ester actually had her own line of purses just like the one she always hit Fred with.
🤣Gorilla cookies! I missed that episode, or have forgotten. That made me laugh out loud!
Hell yeah that's my favorite quote from that Sandford And Son show LoL!!!
Bro I extremely appreciate this video and you doing this ..you are awesome for this ..thanks for allowing the universe to use I appreciate your obedience...❤️
Thank you Scott for doing this vlog. I did not know that Redd Foxx was yet another American icon who was indebted to the IRS. Eddy Murphy was such a kind soul to pay for Redd's final resting spot. Thank goodness we still have people like Mr. Murphy in our lives. On to the next video! :)
Growing up in Inglewood, CA when I was a child, we lived next door to Redd's niece and nephew. He would come by to visit from time to time and I remember he was super nice to us kids. Thanks for sharing Scott!
Don't know him as a comedian, but I did see him in the movie with Eddy Murphy. Thank you Scott for showing.Now i know a little more about him and go look him up on youtube. May he rest in peace 💞
Him and LaWanda Page(Aunt Esther) were childhood friends and later two of the raunchier comedians of all time, good stuff.....
Respect to you bud for doing this. I grew up watching him on t.v. His stand up is second to none.
I’m born and raised in Vegas Scott. My grandma who passed back in 2020 is buried way down further east from Redd Foxx.
Oh wow . I hope she is resting peacefully
I believe she is. Keep up the good work and staying safe scott. Blessings bro.
Thanks!
Hi Scott 👋 love Redd Foxx grew up watching him all of the episodes
Thanks for sharing. I’m a Vegas Uber driver and when ever I have an older born and raised Vegas passenger in my car and we pass that area, they ALWAYS mentions Redd Foxx so I know he was loved and made a big impact on people in Vegas.
Sending love and safe travels 🌟
The best!!!! Sanford and son and 3s company are still the 2 best sitcoms in history hands down!!!
SOT! Thank you for this one. I'll definitely visit next time I am in Vegas.
I watched Sanford and Son as a child rip Redd Fox you brought laughter and joy to many.
This was great Scott!! Redd Foxx was flipping hysterical!! Love watching Sanford and Son!! Thank you for a great upload!!! Happy Sunday!! 😊
I always loved Redd Foxx , what a treasure. I have no way of knowing but I would almost bet that he didn’t let the IRS issues get the best of him…people that grew up in the era that he did were tough as nails. He seemed like he wouldn’t have pulled himself up by the bootstraps and moved forward. RIP Redd…thanks for sharing such a great video ✝️🇺🇸👆🏻🅰️
Always loved watching the Re-runs. It's hard to believe that he's been deceased since 1991, over 30 years. I'm suprised his house is still vacant. Rest in Peace.
I still watch Sanford and Son….every day
Yep. Many celebrities find themselves in the same financial mess. Living too high on the hog, the wrong people managing your business affairs, etc. People like Sammy Davis Jr. died broke, Isaac Hayes lost much of his wealth even Elvis Presley had very little wealth and basically his home and property. Ofcourse, Elvis still had potential earning after his death, making many times as much money than he ever did when he was alive. His daughter and his former wife became very rich , but gave alot of it to the church of Scientology.
Isaac Hayes had residual checks coming in from South Park. He even got royalty checks from his reissues of his albums.
And people stealing from them. When you have that much money, you really have to watch who you have around you.
Hey man thanks for doing this story ..we grew up watching Redd Foxx and sneaking our parents old party records and listening to this legendary comedian👍👍👍
I would lay in my father's lap and watch Sanford and Son with him every night. He loved that show.
Remembering goin to see this place when it was still a regular home , nice pool in the back when Redd Foxx owned it , thanks for doin this Scott, my favorite entertainer ever!!
Redd. What a guy. I watched Sanford & Sons and Good Times every day after school.
This video brought a lot of great words to the comment section. One of the best comment sections ever. Much love to one of the greatest of all time.
Hey Scott, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos, there is something about them that I find comfort in, when I'm going through the lows I like to separate myself and "travel" to these locations for awhile, I found your channel from your Kurt Cobain content and am glad I did. Cheers and safe travels.
Thank you Jacob ! Such kind words , very appreciated
RIP Red Fox,you filled my home with so much fun and laughter.Thx for sharing your lovely talent with us.🥰🙏🙏🙏❤️🤗
I was really never into redd Fox but from what I hear he was very funny. I actually was never into stand up comedy believe it or not!! This is another great vid done by you Scott! You have such a gift to tell a story! Thx again for great content!! Love and peace….
Always made made me and everyone I know laugh like hell. R.I.P. Mr. Foxx
He was so funny on sanford and son .🤣
Stick your face in cookie dough make gorilla cookies 😂
Harlem Nights is such a funny movie. RIP Redd Foxx and God bless Eddie Murphy. He's a real one.
Very beautiful Soul Red Fox freaking legend. I watched him on Sanford and Son. loved the banter between Lamont Aunt Ester and him. gifted talented entertainer for sure. Very tastefully done Scott.🌹Rest in Peace PoP
Rest in peace you left a huge legacy 🙏
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for showing us where redd fox is resting place is... Thank you for sharing your video with us...
Damn.. Wasn't expecting this to hit me right in the feels...
Thank you for this and placing honor on his name. He was truly a trailblazer and a all around awesome guy.
In the Fifties Red Fox had " Party Records" , off color comedy on a 78 RPM record. Later on 33 RPM LP records....A must for a good party. His son's should pay respects by making sure Red's grave was taken care of!
This is a nice video man. Thank you for posting. Its truly a shame. He made so many people laugh and for get about there troubles for awhile and he worked as hard as anyone in Hollywood and Eddie Murphy had to take care of his last bill. Rip Redd.
The house of Redd Foxx is supposedly haunted and I can actually believe it. He would be the kind that would come back and play pranks!
demons
Nice documentary. Thank you. You remind me of a mix between Pauly Shore and Jo Koy. I don't know why your channel showed up on my front page but thank you.
He is the Godfather of comedy! He put Richard Pryor on. 🙏🏽🌹🔥
Thanks Scott you did it again I loved watching Sanford and Son and whenever I could see red on TV memories thank you
Love your stuff x
I love Redd Foxx I have him , Lamont & Aunt Esther tattooed on my left leg everytime I watch Sanford or something about him I get real emotional cause my grandma put me on to SANFORD AND SON when I was 5yrs old & I'll never forget that night literally the fondest moment I have being that young & watching SANFORD with my grandma since that night to this day I've NEVER stopped watching SANFORD AND SON.... SCOTTONTAPE Redd had a pool in his backyard that's why it was so big back there & you missed right in front of his front door on the concrete was I believe his name I was there at his house 2yrs ago & plan on going back next few months.... But great job for covering my hero Redd thank you so much!!!!!
You apparently missed his signature in the concrete? If I remember correctly he signed right outside the front door. It was still there when I was living in Vegas. Did somebody cut it out since then?
Absolute legend. One of my all time favorites. I remember listening to some of his uncensored records of my parents when I was a kid back in the 70's.
It's so sad how he died with nothing. I guess he didn't have much of a family even if Eddie Murphy paid for his grave (God bless Eddy Murphy). I just loved Redd Fox. His show and All in the Family will always be my favorites. I can still feel the belly laughs from them. Two Classics with some class acts! RIP Redd.