James Baskett
Acting1904-02-16 - 1948-07-09Indianapolis, Indiana, USAMale

James Baskett

Also known as James Franklin 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.

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Known For
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Gone Harlem poster
Gone Harlem
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Straight to Heaven poster
Straight to Heaven
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Comes Midnight poster
Comes Midnight
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Policy Man poster
Policy Man
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Harlem Is Heaven poster
Harlem Is Heaven
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Dumbo poster
Dumbo
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Song of the South poster
Song of the South
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The Heavenly Body poster
The Heavenly Body
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Revenge of the Zombies poster
Revenge of the Zombies
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20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
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Quick Facts
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Known For Department

Acting

Born

1904-02-16

Place of Birth

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Also Known As

James Franklin Baskett
Behind the Camera
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