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James Baskett

Feb 16, 1904 - Jul 09, 1948 (44 years old) in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

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

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20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
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Dumbo
Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
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Policy Man
Jimmie
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Song of the South
Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
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Straight to Heaven
First Detective
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The Heavenly Body
Porter (uncredited)
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Comes Midnight
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Revenge of the Zombies
Lazarus
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Harlem Is Heaven
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Gone Harlem

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