James Baskett

Profile info

Known forActing

GenderMale

Birthday16 February 1904

Died9 July 1948 (age 44)

Place of birthIndianapolis, Indiana, USA

Known credits11

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.