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James Baskett
Biography
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.
Also Known As
James Franklin Baskett
Movie Appearances
7.0
Dumbo
as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
1941
6.5
Song of the South
as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
1946
7.0
20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
1933
5.3
Revenge of the Zombies
as Lazarus
1943
5.6
The Heavenly Body
as Porter (uncredited)
1944
8.0
Comes Midnight
1940
9.0
Gone Harlem
1938
7.5
Harlem Is Heaven
1932
8.0
Policy Man
as Jimmie
1938
9.0
Straight to Heaven
as First Detective
1939