Actor
James Baskett
16 Feb 1904Born
9 Jul 1948Died
44Age at death
11Credits
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.
Known for
Filmography
- 2024Walt Disney: Behind the MagicFilm: Uncle Remus (archive footage)
- 1946Song of the SouthFilm: Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)
- 1944The Heavenly BodyFilm: Porter (uncredited)
- 1943Revenge of the ZombiesFilm: Lazarus
- 1941DumboFilm: Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
- 1940Comes MidnightFilm
- 1939Straight to HeavenFilm: First Detective
- 1938Gone HarlemFilm
- 1938Policy ManFilm: Jimmie
- 193320,000 Cheers for the Chain GangFilm
- 1932Harlem Is HeavenFilm
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