James Franklin Baskett 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.
- Occupation
- stage actor, film actor, actor, musician
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- February 16, 1904
- Died
- July 9, 1948
