Stepin Fetchit
Birthday: 1902-05-30 | Place of Birth: Key West, Florida, USAStepin 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
Acting
Year
Title
Role
1953
The Sun Shines Bright
as Jeff Poindexter
1952
Bend of the River
as Adam
1948
Miracle in Harlem
as 'Swifty', the Handyman
1936
Dimples
as Cicero
1936
36 Hours to Kill
as Flash - Pullman Porter
1935
Charlie Chan in Egypt
as Snowshoes
1934
The World Moves On
as Dixie
1934
Marie Galante
as Waiter in Pacific Gardens
1930
The Big Fight
as Spot
1929
Fox Movietone Follies of 1929
as Swifty
