Stepin Fetchit
Known for ActingBorn 1902-05-30 — died 1985-11-19 Key West, Florida, USA
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.
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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
1952 · as Adam
Zenobia
1939 · as Zero
Carolina
1934 · as Scipio
Hot Tip
1935 · as Cook
Stand Up and Cheer!
1934 · as Stepin Fetchit
Salute
1929 · as Smoke Screen
Big Time
1929 · as Eli
Amazing Grace
1974 · as Cousin Lincoln
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976 · as Dancing Butler
Judge Priest
1934 · as Jeff Poindexter
The Sun Shines Bright
1953 · as Jeff Poindexter
Love Is News
1937 · as Penrod
David Harum
1934 · as Sylvester
The Prodigal
1931 · as Hokey
On the Avenue
1937 · as Herman
Marie Galante
1934 · as Waiter in Pacific Gardens
Thru Different Eyes
1942 · as Janitor
Nameless Men
1928