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.
Details
Details
Date of Birth
May 30, 1902
Place of Birth
Key West, Florida, USA
Date of Death
Nov 19, 1985
Age
83
Known For
Acting
Also Known As
Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry
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Movie Credits

1934
Jeff Poindexter
1929
Smoke Screen
1939
Zero
1974
Cousin Lincoln
1935
Snowshoes
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