Personal Info
Known For Acting
Known Credits 9
Gender Male
Birthday 1904-02-16
Day of Death 1948-07-09 (44 years old)
Place of Birth Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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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.
Acting
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