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
all 12
Movies 12
Voice 1
Br'er Fox
Our Unsung Villians (1956)
Movie
Uncle Remus
Song of the South (1946)
Movie
6
Porter (uncredited)
The Heavenly Body (1944)
Movie
Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
Dumbo (1941)
Movie
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First Detective
Straight to Heaven (1939)
Movie
Jimmie
Policy Man (1938)
Movie
Money Johnson
Harlem Is Heaven (1932)
Movie
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1904-02-16
Deathday1948-07-09 (44 years old)
Birth PlaceIndianapolis, United States
CitizenshipsUnited States
AwardsAcademy Honorary Award
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