Cast of Tender Mercies

Robert Duvall portrays Mac Sledge, a broken-down country singer seeking redemption and a new start.

Tess Harper plays Rosa Lee, a widowed motel owner who takes in Mac and eventually becomes his love interest.

Betty Buckley appears as Dixie, Mac's ex-wife.

Wilford Brimley is Harry, Rosa Lee's uncle who becomes a father figure to Mac.

Ellen Barkin portrays Sue Anne, Dixie and Mac's daughter.

Allan Hubbard plays Sonny, Rosa Lee's son.

Lenny Von Dohlen appears as Robert, a member of Mac's band.

Paul Gleason plays a Reporter who interviews Mac.

Michael Crabtree portrays Lewis Menefee, a friend of Mac.

Norman Bennett is Reverend Hotchkiss, a local minister who helps Mac.

Andrew Scott Hollon appears as Larue.

Helena Humann is Woman in Store.