Stepin Fetchit
Stepin Fetchit (1902–1985) was an American comedian and actor. His Fetchit persona parlayed into a successful film career, eventually becoming the first black actor to become a millionaire. He was also the first black actor to receive screen credit. Stepin Fetchit typical film persona and stage name have long been controversial, and seen as illustrative of negative stereotypes of Negroes. However, a newer interpretation of his film persona contends he was ultimately subversive of the status quo.
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- 1902-05-30 · Key West, Florida, USA
- Died
- 1985-11-19
Known for
- Bend of the River (1952) — Adam
- The Sun Shines Bright (1953) — Jeff Poindexter
- Judge Priest (1934) — Jeff Poindexter
- Charlie Chan in Egypt (1935) — Snowshoes
- Dimples (1936) — Cicero
- Steamboat Round the Bend (1935) — Jonah
- Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood (1976) — Dancing Butler
- The World Moves On (1934) — Dixie
- Zenobia (1939) — Zero
- Marie Galante (1934) — Waiter in Pacific Gardens
- Love Is News (1937) — Penrod
- Stand Up and Cheer! (1934) — Stepin Fetchit
- Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? (1975) — Self (archive footage)
- Amazing Grace (1974) — Cousin Lincoln
- A Tough Winter (1930) — Himself
- 36 Hours to Kill (1936) — Flash - Pullman Porter