Stepin Fetchit
Known for Acting
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.
Filmography
Bend of the River
1952
as Adam
The Big Fight
1930
as Spot
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976
as Dancing Butler
Zenobia
1939
as Zero
The Sun Shines Bright
1953
as Jeff Poindexter
Love Is News
1937
as Penrod
The World Moves On
1934
as Dixie
Stand Up and Cheer!
1934
as Stepin Fetchit
Marie Galante
1934
as Waiter in Pacific Gardens
36 Hours to Kill
1936
as Flash - Pullman Porter
Charlie Chan in Egypt
1935
as Snowshoes
The Galloping Ghost
1931
as Baxter College Locker Room Attendant
Judge Priest
1934
as Jeff Poindexter
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
1975
as Self (archive footage)
Helldorado
1935
as Ulysses
David Harum
1934
as Sylvester
Amazing Grace
1974
as Cousin Lincoln
Carolina
1934
as Scipio
Salute
1929
as Smoke Screen
Thru Different Eyes
1929
as Janitor