James Baskett
Acting
Born February 16, 1904 — Died July 9, 1948
From Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Also known as James Franklin Baskett
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...
Filmography
Song of the South
Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)
19466.5
The Heavenly Body
Porter (uncredited)
19445.6
Revenge of the Zombies
Lazarus
19435.4
Dumbo
Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
19417.0
Comes Midnight
19408.0
Straight to Heaven
First Detective
19399.0
Gone Harlem
19389.0
Policy Man
Jimmie
19388.0
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20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang
19337.0
Harlem Is Heaven
19327.5