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Song of the South
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James Baskett. 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. [1]
James Baskett was a black actor and singer who voiced Uncle Remus in Song of the South (1946) and performed in other films and TV shows. He died in 1948 at age 44 and was related to actor Bill Cobbs.
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James Baskett was an actor who won an honorary Academy Award for his role as Uncle Remus in Song of the South (1946). He was also a radio performer and a cousin of Bill Cobbs.
- February 16, 1904
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Feb 16, 2022 · Here are 10 things you should know about James Baskett, born on February 15, 1904. Though he appeared in just 10 motion pictures, he left a lasting legacy.
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Feb 22, 2019 · James Baskett was a versatile performer who worked on radio, Broadway and Hollywood. He voiced Uncle Remus in Disney's controversial film 'Song of the South' and became the first African-American actor to receive an honorary Oscar.
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Feb 4, 2018 · James Baskett was the first African-American Man to win an Oscar, for his role... This is the only surviving film footage from the 1948 Academy Awards ceremony.
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Jan 17, 2007 · James Baskett was an actor who played Uncle Remus in Disney's 1946 film Song of the South, for which he received a special Academy Award. He also appeared in other films and radio shows, but faced criticism for his role in a controversial film that promoted racist stereotypes.
