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James Baskett

James Baskett

Acting

February 16, 1904 — 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.

Known for

Song of the South
1946

Song of the South

Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)

The Heavenly Body1944

The Heavenly Body

Porter (uncredited)

Revenge of the Zombies1943

Revenge of the Zombies

Lazarus

Dumbo1941

Dumbo

Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)

Comes Midnight1940

Comes Midnight

Straight to Heaven1939

Straight to Heaven

First Detective

Gone Harlem1938

Gone Harlem

Policy Man1938

Policy Man

Jimmie

Harlem Is Heaven1932

Harlem Is Heaven