James Baskett
Acting
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.
Notable Works
Prominent titles featuring James Baskett
Dumbo
1941
Gone Harlem
1938
Filmography
Acting (11)
2024
Walt Disney: Behind the Magicas Self (archive footage)
9.0
1946
Song of the Southas Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)
6.5
1944
The Heavenly Bodyas Porter (uncredited)
5.6
1943
Revenge of the Zombiesas Lazarus
5.4
1941
Dumboas Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
7.0
1940
8.0
1939
Straight to Heavenas First Detective
9.0
1938
9.0
1938
Policy Manas Jimmie
8.0
1932
7.5