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Movie
Acting
James Baskett
- Born
- Died
- (aged 44)
- Birthplace
- Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Credits
- 11 titles
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.
Signature work
Known For
Acting credits 11
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Walt Disney: Behind the Magic Film | Uncle Remus (archive footage) |
| 1946 | Song of the South Film | Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice) |
| 1944 | The Heavenly Body Film | Porter (uncredited) |
| 1943 | Revenge of the Zombies Film | Lazarus |
| 1941 | Dumbo Film | Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited) |
| 1940 | Comes Midnight Film | |
| 1939 | Straight to Heaven Film | First Detective |
| 1938 | Gone Harlem Film | |
| 1938 | Policy Man Film | Jimmie |
| 1933 | 20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang Film | |
| 1932 | Harlem Is Heaven Film |