Stepin Fetchit
Gender: Male
Birthday: 1902-05-30 - 1985-11-19
Place of Birth: Key West, Florida, USA
Also Known As: Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry
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.
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Known For
1957Tonight Starring Jack Paar
2024Hollywood Black
1934Carolina
1952Bend of the River
1939Zenobia
1934Stand Up and Cheer!
1976Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1953The Sun Shines Bright
1975Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
1935Charlie Chan in Egypt
1929Thru Different Eyes
1929Salute
1970a.k.a. Cassius Clay
1942Thru Different Eyes
1935Steamboat Round the Bend
1945Big Timers
1928Nameless Men
1937