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James Baskett
Actor
Born February 16, 1904Died July 9, 1948 (44 years)
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.
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
| 1993 | Disney Sing-Along Songs: Friend Like Me · as Uncle Remus |
| 1986 | Disney Sing-Along Songs: Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah · as Uncle Remus |
| 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) |
| 1933 | |
| 1932 |