Person file · Acting
James Baskett
Born 1904-02-16Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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.
Screen work
Movies & roles
Walt Disney: Behind the MagicSelf (archive footage)Song of the SouthUncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)The Heavenly BodyPorter (uncredited)Revenge of the ZombiesLazarusDumboFats Crow (voice) (uncredited)Comes MidnightRoleStraight to HeavenFirst DetectiveGone HarlemRolePolicy ManJimmie20,000 Cheers for the Chain GangRoleHarlem Is HeavenRole