Reg Hanley — Lady Sings the Blues Character Profile

About Reg Hanley

A bandleader who discovers Billie and signs her as a soloist for a southern tour. He collaborates with Louis McKay to arrange her radio debut in New York.

Character Facts

Played by

James T. Callahan

Appears in

Lady Sings the Blues (1972)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Reg Hanley — Professional Bandleading Partners — Harry (Paul Hampton)

  Professional partners who jointly manage Billie's early touring circuit.

• Reg Hanley — Alliance Career Collaborators — Louis McKay (Billy Dee Williams)

  Allies who coordinate professional opportunities for Billie's broadcast career.

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