James Baskett

James Baskett
Baskett in Revenge of the Zombies (1943)
Born(1904-02-16)February 16, 1904
Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
DiedJuly 9, 1948(1948-07-09) (aged 44)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Resting placeCrown Hill Cemetery (Indianapolis, Indiana) and Arboretum, Section 37, Lot 602
39°49′23″N 86°10′34″W / 39.8229468°N 86.1762391°W / 39.8229468; -86.1762391
Other names
  • Jimmie Baskette
  • Jimmy Baskette
  • Jim Basquette
OccupationsActor, singer
Years active1929–1948
SpouseMargaret Baskett

James Franklin Baskett (February 16, 1904 – July 9, 1948) was an American actor who portrayed Uncle Remus in the 1946 Disney feature film Song of the South. His performance included singing the song "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah". In recognition of his portrayal of Remus, he was given an Honorary Academy Award in 1948.

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