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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.
As actor
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Amazing Grace
Cutter
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
Inquiring Nuns
The Sun Shines Bright
Bend of the River
Harlem Follies of 1949
Miracle in Harlem
I Ain’t Gonna Open That Door
Baby Don't Go Away from Me
Broadway and Main
Big Timers
Thru Different Eyes
Zenobia
His Exciting Night
On the Avenue
Love Is News
Fifty Roads to Town
Dimples
36 Hours to Kill
Charlie Chan in Egypt
Helldorado
One More Spring
Steamboat Round the Bend
The Virginia Judge
Hot Tip
Judge Priest
Carolina