Bessie

The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.

Cast

Queen Latifah

as Bessie Smith

Kamryn Johnson

as Young Bessie

Rikki McKinney

as Chorus Guy

Alan T. Coleman

as Stagehand

Tory Kittles

as Clarence

Clay Chappell

as '81' Theatre Owner

Tika Sumpter

as Lucille

Sharan C. Mansfield

as Miss Taylor

Neko Parham

as Rehearsal Director

Onira Tarés

as Chorus Girl

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