Comedians who died on October 10

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on October 10. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1991 Redd Foxx

  Redd Foxx was an American stand-up comedian and actor, best known for his role as Fred G. Sanford on the television series 'Sanford and Son.' Renowned for his groundbreaking comedy style, Foxx was a major influence on generations of comedians. [bio]