As a 7-month-old baby, he was abandoned by his parents and was raised by his grandparents! 😟😳Learn more about what lies behind Foxx’s path to success in this article! 👇👇👇
Far not everyone knows what this celebrated and successful actor had to go through. Of his challenging childhood and personal battles, only few are aware. He was raised by his maternal grandparents who led him to take interest in music.
Especially his grandmother played a big role in shaping his identity never ceasing to mention that the confidence was the key to everything. He was born as Eric Marlon in 1967 and was abandoned by his parents shortly after his birth.
His grandparents not only raised him, but also encouraged him to pursue a scholarship in classical piano. Later, he shared that the confidence his grandmother gave him later served as a guiding force.
Despite the absence of his parents, he was never short of love and warmth. Later, he built a exemplary relationship with his two daughters. He takes a unique parenting approach prioritizing open communication and learning from past mistakes.
