James Baskett
Known for department: Acting
Birthday: 1904-02-16 – 1948-07-09
Place of birth: Indianapolis, 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
Dumbo
1941Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
Song of the South
1946Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
1933
Revenge of the Zombies
1943Lazarus
The Heavenly Body
1944Porter (uncredited)
Comes Midnight
1940
Gone Harlem
1938
Harlem Is Heaven
1932
Policy Man
1938Jimmie