James Baskett
James Baskett (February 16, 1904 – July 9, 1948) was an American actor known for his portrayal of Uncle Remus, singing the song "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" in the 1946 Disney feature film Song of the South. In recognition of his warm portrayal of the famous black storyteller he was given an Honorary Academy Award, making him the first black male performer to receive an Oscar. Read more on Wikipedia.
| Born: | Feb 16, 1904 in Indianapolis, IN, United States |
| Died: | Jul 09, 1948 |
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