John Fox – A Comedy Legend
Born John Edward Moore in 1953 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, John Fox lived as boldly as he performed. Raised in Illinois with a lifelong love for the Chicago Cubs, he found his true calling in stand-up, launching his career at the Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip. Known as the “Nick Nolte of Comedy,” Fox became a cult favorite for his fearless, R-rated humor and masterful delivery.
A fixture of 1980s and 1990s comedy specials, he appeared on Star Search, Make Me Laugh, and Showtime Comedy Club Network. He shared the stage with icons like Rodney Dangerfield and was featured in Comedy’s Dirtiest Dozen and Redneck Comedy Roundup alongside Bill Engvall, Jeff Foxworthy, and Ron White. His raw but relatable storytelling made even the wildest topics feel inviting.
Fox was the first comedian recorded by Laughing Hyena, and his albums — John Fox and I’m Fat, I’m 40 — remain as hilarious today as ever. Though he passed away from colon cancer in 2012, his legacy lives on through his recordings and the tribute song The Legend of John Fox by Pat Godwin.
A true original, John Fox wasn’t just a comedian — he was an experience. His humor was timeless, his stories unforgettable, and his influence on stand-up undeniable.
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