Hobbs, N.M. — The JF Maddox Foundation is proud to announce cultural icon, Jeff Foxworthy as the next Distinguished Speaker Series speaker. Foxworthy will participate in a special fireside chat at Tydings Auditorium on Tuesday, March 31st at 7:00 PM. Foxworthy will not be doing a stand-up routine but will share behind-the-scenes stories from a remarkable career filled with humor and heart.
For decades, the Distinguished Speaker Series has served as a cornerstone event for the community, offering opportunities for residents to gather, learn, and share meaningful experiences close to home. Foxworthy, known for his decades-long career in comedy, television, and writing, will bring an evening of humor and storytelling that reflects the spirit of connection and shared experience.
“The Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker Series has always been about enriching the quality of life in Lea County,” said TJ Parks, CEO of the JF Maddox Foundation. “Hosting someone of Jeff Foxworthy’s caliber right here in Hobbs is an opportunity for our community to come together for an evening of laughter and connection. Events like this remind us that we don’t have to travel far to experience something special; we can enjoy it together, right here at home.”
Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country. He is the best-selling comedy-recording artist in history, a multiple Grammy Award nominee, and the author of over 26 books. In 2014, he was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame. While widely known for his redneck jokes, his comedy extends beyond that, exploring everyday family interactions and human nature—often compared to the style of Mark Twain.
Foxworthy will be filming an all-new comedy special this April, which is set for release later this year. His latest comedy special, The Good Old Days, is currently streaming on Netflix. Jeff also has his own comedy channel Jeff and Larry’s Comedy Roundup on SIRIUSXM, which showcases the best in American comedy. Foxworthy has created multiple games, including Relative Insanity and See What I Mean, which use his humor for interactive fun. His television hosting credits include A&E’s live auction show What’s It Worth?, NBC’s comedy competition Bring The Funny, and several seasons of FOX’s Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?. He also hosted The American Bible Challenge for GSN, narrated Lifetime’s The Week the Women Left, and led CBS’s The American Baking Competition.
A pioneer of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, Foxworthy co-created and starred in Blue Collar TV on the WB network. The Blue Collar Comedy Tour films were among Comedy Central’s highest-rated programming, selling millions of units and earning a Grammy nomination. His other comedy specials include Them Idiots Whirled Tour (2012) with Bill Engvall and Larry the Cable Guy.
As an author, Foxworthy has released several New York Times bestsellers, including The Redneck Dictionary series, How to Really Stink at Golf, How to Really Stink at Work, and children’s books such as Dirt On My Shirt, Silly Street, and Hide!!!, the latter winning a Mom’s Choice Award.
The Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker Series was established to provide cultural and intellectual engagement opportunities for the region. Over the years, it has welcomed a wide range of respected national figures, reinforcing the Foundation’s commitment to investing not only in programs and partnerships, but in experiences that bring the community together.
Event details and additional information can be found at Jeff-Foxworthy-Hobbs.eventbrite.com.
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