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Dumbo
1941
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
February 16, 1904(44)
Day of Death
July 9, 1948
Place of Birth
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
James Baskett
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.
Known For
Filmography
- 1946MovieSong of the Southas Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
- 1944MovieThe Heavenly Bodyas Porter (uncredited)
- 1943MovieRevenge of the Zombiesas Lazarus
- 1941MovieDumboas Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
- 1940MovieComes Midnight
- 1939MovieStraight to Heavenas First Detective
- 1938MovieGone Harlem
- 1938MoviePolicy Manas Jimmie
- 1932MovieHarlem Is Heaven