Stepin Fetchit
Acting
- Born:
- 1902-05-30
- Died:
- 1985-11-19
- Place of birth:
- Key West, Florida, USA
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.
Known For
Filmography
Hollywood Black
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Amazing Grace
Cutter
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
Inquiring Nuns
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
The Sun Shines Bright
Bend of the River
Harlem Follies of 1949
Miracle in Harlem
I Ain’t Gonna Open That Door
Broadway and Main
Baby Don't Go Away from Me
Big Timers
Thru Different Eyes
Zenobia
His Exciting Night
Fifty Roads to Town
Love Is News
On the Avenue
Dimples
36 Hours to Kill
The Virginia Judge
Steamboat Round the Bend
Hot Tip
Charlie Chan in Egypt
One More Spring
Helldorado
Marie Galante
Judge Priest
The World Moves On
Stand Up and Cheer!
David Harum
Carolina
Slow Poke
Neck and Neck
The Galloping Ghost
Wild Horse
The Prodigal
Temps d'Hiver
Face of Desire
A Tough Winter
Swing High
The Big Fight
Cameo Kirby
Big Time
Salute
Fox Movietone Follies of 1929
Thru Different Eyes
Show Boat
The Ghost Talks
Hearts in Dixie
The Tragedy of Youth
Nameless Men
The Devil's Skipper
In Old Kentucky
The Mysterious Stranger