Acting
Stepin Fetchit
1902-1985
Known for Bend of the River, The Sun Shines Bright, Charlie Chan in Egypt.
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Born05/30/1902
Died11/19/1985
AgeDied at 83
BirthplaceKey West, Florida, USA
DepartmentActing
Also known asLincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry
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.
