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James Baskett
Acting
February 16, 1904(44 years old, passed away)†July 9, 1948Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
James Franklin Baskett (February 16, 1904 – July 9, 1948) was an American actor who portrayed Uncle Remus, singing the song "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" in the 1946 Disney feature film Song of the South. In recognition of his portrayal of Remus, he was given an Honorary Academy Award in 1948, making him the first Black male performer to receive an Oscar.
Filmography (10)
PeliDumbo
1941 · Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
PeliSong of the South
1946 · Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
PeliThe Heavenly Body
1944 · Porter (uncredited)
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20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
1933
PeliHarlem Is Heaven
1932
PeliRevenge of the Zombies
1943 · Lazarus
PeliPolicy Man
1938 · Jimmie
PeliGone Harlem
1938
PeliComes Midnight
1940
PeliStraight to Heaven
1939 · First Detective