Actor

James Baskett

Born February 16, 1904 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA · Died July 9, 1948 (aged 44)

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.

Biography from TMDB · IMDb

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Song of the South
1946
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The Heavenly Body
1944
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Revenge of the Zombies
1943
Dumbo
1941
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Gone Harlem
1938
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20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
1933