Stepin Fetchit
Known for: Acting
Born: May 29, 1902 in Key West, Florida, USA - Died: November 18, 1985
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
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Inquiring Nuns
Self
Face of Desire
Judge Priest
Jeff Poindexter
Dimples
Cicero
The Devil's Skipper
Slave's Husband
Charlie Chan in Egypt
Snowshoes
Carolina
Scipio
In Old Kentucky
Highpockets
The Tragedy of Youth
Porter
36 Hours to Kill
Flash - Pullman Porter
Bend of the River
Adam
Neck and Neck
The Hustler
Thru Different Eyes
Janitor
Amazing Grace
Cousin Lincoln
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
Self
Helldorado
Ulysses
The Sun Shines Bright
Jeff Poindexter
Salute
Smoke Screen
Wild Horse
Stepin
The Galloping Ghost
Baxter College Locker Room Attendant
Miracle in Harlem
'Swifty', the Handyman
David Harum
Sylvester
The Big Fight
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