Rick Fox

Bahamian basketball player, actor

Rick Fox - Bahamian basketball player, actor
Born

July 24th, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Bahamas

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A professional basketball player, played the majority of career with the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. Helped the Lakers win three consecutive championships from 2000 to 2002. Following retirement from basketball, transitioned to a career in acting. Appeared in various television shows including 'The Jamie Foxx Show' and reality programs like 'Dancing with the Stars'.

Won three NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers

Starred in 'The Jamie Foxx Show'

Competed on 'Dancing with the Stars'

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