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.
Known For
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
10
Gender
Male
Birthday
1904-02-16 (121 years old)
Place of Birth
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Acting
1946
Song of the South as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)1944
The Heavenly Body as Porter (uncredited)1943
Revenge of the Zombies as Lazarus1941
Dumbo as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)1940
Comes Midnight as Not available1939
Straight to Heaven as First Detective1938
Gone Harlem as Not available1938
Policy Man as Jimmie1933
20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang as Not available1932
Harlem Is Heaven as Not available