Celebrities in Newark

 

Anwar Lateef wrote in FB:  Redd Foxx was arrested in Newark, N.J. , on 29 May 1951, for possession of marijuana. At the time, his career was still developing, and he was known to frequent the area after performing at local nightclubs.

James E Simms wrote in FB: Fred "fish-eyed fool" Sanford.

Steve Cox wrote in FB: Now it explains why in his comedy he mentioned Newark. Even on 'Sanford and son' he talked about Newark. So he definitely messed with the Brick City.

Matthew Talty wrote in FB:  For those wondering... Newark, New Jersey, is nicknamed "Brick City" due to its history of brick manufacturing and its abundance of brick buildings and brick paved streets. The city has a long tradition of brickmaking dating back to the 18th century, when clay deposits in the area made it an ideal location for brick production.

During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Newark became a major center for brick manufacturing, with numerous brick factories operating in the city. The bricks produced in Newark were used not only in the construction of buildings within the city itself but also in projects throughout the region.

Kev Wyatt wrote in Facebook: Brick City! I didn't come about , until the mid-80's.

Ethan Mann wrote in FB: Never knew he came through Newark. Wow, you learn something new every day. I recently found out that Jackie Gleason also did stand up in Newark as well at the Oasis Bar on Clinton Ave.

William Wilson wrote in FB: Redd Foxx's first wife, Evelyn Killebrew, was from Newark, N.J. The couple met in Harlem, married in 1947, and lived in Newark for several years. The marriage ended in 1951.