James 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.

Birth Location Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Born 1904-02-16
Died 1948-07-09

Movies

Song of the South as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (Voice)
1946
The Heavenly Body as Porter (uncredited)
1944
1943
Dumbo as Fats Crow (voice)
1941
Straight to Heaven as First Detective
1939
1938
James Baskett hasn't worked on any movies or TV shows