Acting
James Baskett
EN cinema · 11 credits
Born
16 February 1904
Died
9 July 1948 (aged 44)
Birthplace
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Also known as James Franklin Baskett · Jimmie Baskett
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
Walt Disney: Behind the Magic
as Uncle Remus (archive footage)
Song of the South
as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)
The Heavenly Body
as Porter (uncredited)
Revenge of the Zombies
as Lazarus
Dumbo
as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
Straight to Heaven
as First Detective
Policy Man
as Jimmie