About This Video
On Sunday, March 3, 2024, Jamie Foxx received the “Producers Award.” from AAFCA (African American Film Critics Association) He and partner Datari Turner won. During his acceptance speech, Jamie had the crowd rolling in the aisles and talked about everything from his hospital stay to clone rumors to an upcoming comedy tour.
Background & Context
Having known Jamie Foxx for years, I can attest to his vibrant spirit and his ability to captivate an audience. This wasn’t just another award for Foxx; it was a testament to his resilience, his talent, and his journey. He had us all in stitches with his infectious humor, even as he shared about his recent hospital stay. Foxx knows how to mix humor with seriousness, and that was evident in his speech. His ability to laugh off clone rumors and discuss his upcoming comedy tour just goes to show why he’s a beloved figure in the industry.
Key Takeaways
- Jamie Foxx’s resilience and humor are awe-inspiring
- His ability to mix humor with seriousness is unique
- His upcoming comedy tour is something to look forward to
- Foxx and Datari Turner made a winning team at the AAFCA
- His handling of the clone rumors shows his level-headedness
About Kevin Ross
Kevin Ross is a music and broadcast industry veteran with more than
30 years of firsthand experience spanning radio programming, on-air
talent, record promotion, voice work, publishing, and digital media.
He has worked every side of the business — from the air studio to
the boardroom — and built one of the longest-running digital platforms
dedicated to Black radio and music industry coverage.
30 Plus Years In is where that experience lives on video.
