Fred Sanford

Fred G. Sanford is a fictional character and one of the two main characters featured in the 1972-1977 comedy series Sanford and Son. He was played by actor Redd Foxx and appeared in every episode of the series.

Notes & Trivia

 * The character of was created by showrunners Bud Yorkin and Norman Lear as well as writer Aaron Ruben. The character is based on Albert Steptoe, played by Wilfrid Brambell, in the 1962-1974 BBC comedy series Steptoe and Son.