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Date of Birth
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16-February-1904
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Place of Birth
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Indianapolis
(Marion County, United States of America, Indiana, Area code 317)
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Nationality
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United States of America
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Also know as
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Fames Baskett, Baskett, James, James Basket
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Profession
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Actor
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James Baskett 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 very first male performer of African descent to receive an Oscar.
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