James Baskett

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.

Known For

Dumbo

Song of the South

The Heavenly Body

Revenge of the Zombies

Policy Man

Harlem Is Heaven

Comes Midnight

Straight to Heaven

All Movies (10)

• Song of the South1946 · as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
• The Heavenly Body1944 · as Porter (uncredited)
• Revenge of the Zombies1943 · as Lazarus
• Dumbo1941 · as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
• Comes Midnight1940
• Straight to Heaven1939 · as First Detective
• Gone Harlem1938
• Policy Man1938 · as Jimmie
• 20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang1933
• Harlem Is Heaven1932