John Dotson "Johnny" Lee, Jr. (July 4, 1898 – December 12, 1965) was an American singer, dancer and actor known for voicing the role of Br'er Rabbit in Disney's Song of the South. Lee began his career in show business as a dancer, and later became a singer and actor.

Lee died of a heart attack on December 12, 1965 age 67.

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