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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…

Filmography11 films
Rank James Baskett's movies

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  1. Walt Disney: Behind the Magic2024
  2. Song of the South1946
  3. The Heavenly Body1944
  4. Revenge of the Zombies1943
  5. Dumbo1941
  6. Comes Midnight1940
  7. Straight to Heaven1939
  8. Gone Harlem1938
  9. Policy Man1938
  10. 20,000 Cheers for the Chain Gang1933
  11. Harlem Is Heaven1932
  1. Walt Disney: Behind the Magic2024
  2. Song of the South1946
  3. The Heavenly Body1944