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Jamie Foxx is an American actor, comedian, singer and songwriter who has taken the entertainment industry by storm with his unique talent and style. He is known for his captivating performances on stage as well as on the big screen. Foxx turned to music in the early 2000s and quickly became a sensation with his debut album "Unpredictable" which was released in 2005. Foxx is an artist who doesn’t shy away from experimenting with different music genres, from R&B, soul, and hip-hop to pop. Jamie Foxx was born in Terrell, Texas, in 1967. He was raised by his grandparents and mother after his parents divorced when he was just seven months old. Foxx was tremendously influenced by music from an early age. His father was a musician, and Foxx inherited a love for music. He began playing piano at five years old and later, he would join his high school choir where he would practice his singing. After graduating from high school, Foxx migrated to California for college. He started performing stand-up comedy in clubs across Los Angeles; it was here where he changed his name to Jamie Foxx to avoid confusion with other comedians in town. He became a regular on the comedy circuit, performing at The Comedy Store, and caught the attention of producers who invited him to audition for a new sketch comedy show called "In Living Color." Foxx landed the gig and became one of the show’s recurring cast members. Foxx's career hit another milestone in 1996 when he was cast in the hit sitcom "The Jamie Foxx Show" which ran from 1996 to 2001. The show was widely successful and made Jamie Foxx a household name across America. Although he was primarily known for his acting, music was always calling him. Foxx released his debut album "Peep This" in 1994. However, his big break came in 2004, with his hit single "Slow Jamz," a collaboration between Foxx, Twista, and Kanye West. The song was a chart-topping success, and it paved the way for Foxx's first album, "Unpredictable," which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album included popular singles like "Can I Take You Home," "Unpredictable," and "DJ Play A Love Song." Foxx has also collaborated with several notable artists such as Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake. He has contributed to a number of soundtracks, most notably, "Ray," where he portrayed Ray Charles in the biopic. Foxx won an Academy Award for Best Actor in Ray Charles, and a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for his song "Gold Digger.” In addition to his incredible music career, Jamie Foxx has also stayed active in the film industry, starring in various movies and TV series, including "Django Unchained," "Collateral," and "Baby Driver." The multi-talented musician/actor has received critical acclaim for his roles, earning prestigious awards such as Oscars, Golden Globe Awards, and SAG Awards. In conclusion, Jamie Foxx is a true artist who has managed to excel in different fields, from comedy, acting to music. He has an incredible voice, which he masterfully uses to bring together various genres of music, and he has proven that he is more than just a musician but a phenomenon that knows precisely how to entertain his audiences. Through his work, Foxx has inspired generations of creatives and continues to set the bar for future artists.