Stepin Fetchit
Biography
Stepin Fetchit (1902–1985) was an American comedian and actor. His Fetchit persona parlayed into a successful film career, eventually becoming the first black actor to become a millionaire. He was also the first black actor to receive screen credit. Stepin Fetchit typical film persona and stage name have long been controversial, and seen as illustrative of negative stereotypes of Negroes. However, a newer interpretation of his film persona contends he was ultimately subversive of the status quo.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
Inquiring Nuns
as Self
1968
Face of Desire
1930
Judge Priest
as Jeff Poindexter
1934
Dimples
as Cicero
1936
The Devil's Skipper
as Slave's Husband
1928
Charlie Chan in Egypt
as Snowshoes
1935
Carolina
as Scipio
1934
In Old Kentucky
as Highpockets
1927
The Tragedy of Youth
as Porter
1928
36 Hours to Kill
as Flash - Pullman Porter
1936
Bend of the River
as Adam
1952
Neck and Neck
as The Hustler
1931
Thru Different Eyes
as Janitor
1942
Amazing Grace
as Cousin Lincoln
1974
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
as Self
1970
Helldorado
as Ulysses
1935
The Sun Shines Bright
as Jeff Poindexter
1953
Salute
as Smoke Screen
1929
Wild Horse
as Stepin
1931
The Galloping Ghost
as Baxter College Locker Room Attendant
1931
