The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
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
Jhoni Davis
as Chorus Girl
Jim R. Coleman
as Host
