Academy Award-winning actor Jamie Foxx talks about attending the annual wine and meals competition in New York City in particular person after it went digital through the COVID pandemic.
Jamie Foxx has a renewed appreciation for all times after overcoming medical points final yr.
“I’ve learned that life is precious, which is why it’s so important for us to go after what we want,” he informed FOX Business.
That need to not take something with no consideration served as an inspiration for his Brown Sugar Blend Whiskey.
“For me, being able to create a brand that brings people together to celebrate life and have fun was the ultimate goal. What more could I ask for? BSB Whiskey far exceeds my expectations. And thanks to WES Brands, I’ve been able to make that long-awaited dream a reality,” he stated.
Jamie Foxx informed Fox News Digital that “I’ve learned that life is precious” after his well being scare final yr. (Getty Images / File)
One yr in the past, the Academy Award-winning actor suffered a medical complication and has slowly made his method again into the general public eye with the support of his family and friends.
“I went through something that I thought I would never, ever go through,” he stated in an Instagram post shared in July. “I know a lot of people were waiting, or wanting to hear updates, and to be honest with you – I just didn’t want you to see me like that.”
He turned emotional considering of all of the love he acquired in one among his darkest instances and stated the previous couple of months have been “tough.”
“I’ve been sick, man, but now, I’ve got my legs under me, so you’re going to see me out,” he stated. “I’m here on Earth because of some great people. I’m here on Earth because of God.”
Foxx stated in an Instagram put up that he was doing higher, “I’ve been sick, man, but now, I’ve got my legs under me, so you’re going to see me out.” (Gilbert Flores / File / Getty Images)
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Now, Foxx is again to work on a number of fronts.
On May 28, he’ll be again co-hosting the seventh season of the FOX sport present “Beat Shazam” alongside his daughter, Corinne Foxx. The actor additionally serves as an govt producer on the sequence.
Foxx additionally teased on Instagram that he is trying right into a return to stand-up comedy, writing in a put up final month, “Going to get on somebody’s stage somewhere near you. I got some jokes, and a story to tell…”
And added to the busy star’s resume is his work as BSB Whiskey proprietor and inventive director.
Foxx is BSB Whiskey’s proprietor and inventive director. (BSB Whiskey / Fox News)
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Brown Sugar Blend Whiskey blends – and bottles – its spirits in Columbia, Tennessee, with 70% ABV with a mix of the brown sugar within the title in addition to a touch of cinnamon.
The bottle additionally boasts a novel design, with a smooth, matte black end and a “BSB” letter patch that glows at nighttime to assist it stand out in any liquor lineup.
BSB Whiskey blends brown sugar and cinnamon taste and boasts a glow-in-the-dark brand on the bottle. (BSB Whiskey / Fox News)
Foxx naturally enjoys the product he put his title behind, telling FOX Business, “BSB is perfect for sipping and ideal for sharing. At its core, it is an inclusive spirit. I enjoy it best in a neat glass while celebrating with friends. BSB, to me, is and will always be best enjoyed in good company.”
Of course, the singer of the ingesting anthem “Blame It” has a traditional transfer up his sleeve to keep away from hangovers.
“Old-school trick, one cup of water for every cocktail,” he stated.
Foxx recommends an “old-school trick” of ingesting a cup of water for each cocktail to keep away from hangovers. (BSB Whiskey / Fox News)
He added, “To cure one? Man, I think sweating it out and hitting the gym is all you can do.”
Foxx had some enjoyable on the piano this week as he dialed into an area Wingstop for rooster wings to enrich his BSB Whiskey.
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“Can I get some lemon pepper wings,” he sang to an worker over the telephone in a video shared on Instagram. “Can I get 22,000 lemon pepper wings?” While one Wingstop server hung up on him, Foxx hit the appropriate observe with one other.
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The subsequent name was a hit, although, as the worker on the opposite finish sang again to match his order whereas he indulged in a glass of his alcohol.
FOX Business’ Elizabeth Stanton contributed to this report.
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