Bob Black — Behind the Candelabra Character Profile

About Bob Black

A Hollywood producer and Liberace's former romantic partner. Serves as the catalyst for the story by recognizing Scott's potential and connecting him with Liberace.

Character Facts

Played by

Scott Bakula

Appears in

Behind the Candelabra (2013)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Bob Black — Social Mentor & Protégé — Scott Thorson (Matt Damon)

  Black acts as the catalyst who guides Scott into a new life.

• Bob Black — Alliance Introducer & Connection — Liberace (Michael Douglas)

  Professional and social link that bridges the two main characters.

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• Liberace (Michael Douglas)
• Scott Thorson (Matt Damon)
• Seymour Heller (Dan Aykroyd)
• Tracy Schnelker (Mike O'Malley)
• Dr. Jack Startz (Rob Lowe)
• Mr. Felder (Paul Reiser)
• Assistant Director (Eddie Jemison)
• Frances (Debbie Reynolds)
• Rose Carracappa (Jane Morris)
• Director (Randy Lowell)
• Lou (Eric Zuckerman)
• Adoption Attorney (David Koechner)