Stepin Fetchit
Born: 1902-05-30
Birthplace: 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
Zenobia
Nameless Men
Carolina
Bend of the River
Inquiring Nuns
Big Timers
Miracle in Harlem
Stand Up and Cheer!
Slow Poke
Salute
Top Movie Credits
Zenobia
Zero
Carolina
Scipio
Bend of the River
Adam
Inquiring Nuns
Self
Miracle in Harlem
'Swifty', the Handyman
Stand Up and Cheer!
Stepin Fetchit
Slow Poke
Stepin
Salute
Smoke Screen