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.
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Known For
Acting History
1946
Song of the South as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
1944The Heavenly Body as Porter (uncredited)
1943Revenge of the Zombies as Lazarus
1941Dumbo as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
1940Comes Midnight
1939Straight to Heaven as First Detective
1938Gone Harlem
1938Policy Man as Jimmie
193320,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
1932Harlem Is Heaven