James Baskett
Born: 1904-02-16 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Died: 1948-07-09
Known For: Acting
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.
Filmography
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 Lazarus
1941
- Dumbo as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
1940
1939
- Straight to Heaven as First Detective
1938
- Gone Harlem
- Policy Man as Jimmie