James Baskett

James Baskett

Known For:Acting
Gender:Male
Birthday:1904-02-16
Place of Birth:Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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Known For: Acting Gender: Male Birthday: 1904-02-16 More

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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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Song of the South
Family Animation
Dumbo
Animation Family
Comes Midnight
Comedy Horror
Gone Harlem
Drama Comedy
Policy Man
Crime Music
  • name:James Baskett
  • Known For:Acting
  • Gender:Male
  • Birthday:1904-02-16
  • Place of Birth:Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
  • Also Known As:
  • Biography: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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