James Baskett

Acting

Feb 16, 1904 – Jul 9, 1948 · Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

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.

Dumbo1941
as Fats Crow (voice) (uncredited)
Song of the South1946
as Uncle Remus / Br'er Fox (voice)