A player at the main poker table who eventually drops out as the game progresses.
A nightclub owner who notices Handy after Handy volunteers to write music for a local political campaign. The plot summary identifies him as one of the people drawn to Handy's work, but does not describe further actions or a closer relationship between them.
Jazz musician and guest performer headlining the big broadcast event to boost station ratings.
Cab Calloway is listed among the musical performers featured in the film's variety of acts. His presence helps form the entertainment showcase that accompanies the storyline of rival publicists Virginia 'Ginny' Walker and Junior Crane, but the synopsis does not specify a particular performance or plot action.
Cab Calloway has 67 screen credits in a career dating back to 1932. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Blues with 1 titles. Signature works include The Blues Brothers, The Harlem Renaissance, Jazz Ball. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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