James Baskett
Acting1904Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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
Acting History
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
Policy Man
as Jimmie
1932