Quick Facts
Born:
1902-05-30
Birthplace:
Key West, Florida, USA
Credits:
59 Total Roles
Stepin Fetchit
Acting
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Biography
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.
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
Bend of the River
Adam
The Sun Shines Bright
Jeff Poindexter
Judge Priest
Jeff Poindexter
Charlie Chan in Egypt
Snowshoes
Dimples
Cicero
Steamboat Round the Bend
Jonah
The World Moves On
Dixie
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Dancing Butler
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hollywood Black TV | Self (archive footage) |
| 1976 | Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood MOVIE | Dancing Butler |
| 1975 | Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 1974 | Amazing Grace MOVIE | Cousin Lincoln |
| 1972 | Cutter MOVIE | Shoeshine Man |
| 1970 | a.k.a. Cassius Clay MOVIE | Self |
| 1968 | Inquiring Nuns MOVIE | Self |
| 1957 | Tonight Starring Jack Paar TV | Self |
| 1953 | The Sun Shines Bright MOVIE | Jeff Poindexter |
| 1952 | Bend of the River MOVIE | Adam |