Shadow Henderson (Sax) — Mo' Better Blues Character Profile

About Shadow Henderson (Sax)

Tenor saxophonist in Bleek's Quintet known for extended solos. He has an affair with Clarke Bentancourt, eventually leaving Bleek's band to lead The Shadow Henderson Quartet. He collaborates with a scarred Bleek at a club gig before Bleek departs.

Character Facts

Played by

Wesley Snipes

Appears in

Mo' Better Blues (1990)

Role

Supporting

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