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Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
The people behind our stories
James Baskett
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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.
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11 acting credits · Includes cameos and other appearances where listed.
Song of the South
Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)
Walt Disney: Behind the Magic
Self (archive footage)
The Heavenly Body
Porter (uncredited)
Revenge of the Zombies
Lazarus
Harlem Is Heaven
Cast
Policy Man
Jimmie
Straight to Heaven
First Detective
Gone Harlem
Cast
Comes Midnight
Cast