The Five Heartbeats Cast
The cast of The Five Heartbeats.
Robert Townsend
as Duck

Robert Townsend plays Duck, the determined and passionate lead singer of The Five Heartbeats.

Michael Wright
as Eddie

Michael Wright portrays Eddie, a member of the group who struggles with personal demons and relationships.

Leon
as J.T.

Leon plays J.T., a talented performer who faces challenges in his music career and personal life.

Harry Lennix
as Dresser

Harry Lennix is cast as Dresser, one of the members of The Five Heartbeats, providing both support and camaraderie.

Tico Wells
as Choirboy

Tico Wells plays Choirboy, a member known for his vocal skills and loyalty to the group.

Diahann Carroll
as Eleanor Potter

Diahann Carroll portrays Eleanor Potter, the supportive mother figure who guides the group.

Harold Nicholas
as Sarge

Harold Nicholas plays Sarge, a character with a strong influence on the group’s path to success.

John Canada Terrell
as Michael 'Flash' Turner

John Canada Terrell portrays Michael 'Flash' Turner, known for his charm and talent within the group.

Chuck Patterson
as Jimmy Potter

Chuck Patterson plays Jimmy Potter, adding depth to the storyline as a relative of one of the band members.

Hawthorne James
as Big Red

Hawthorne James portrays Big Red, a character who poses challenges to the group’s journey.

Roy Fegan
as Bird

Roy Fegan plays Bird, a supporting character whose interactions impact the main storyline.

Troy Byer
as Baby Doll

Troy Byer portrays Baby Doll, a character who adds complexity to the relationships in the film.

Carla Brothers
as Tanya Sawyer
Deborah Lacey
as Rose
Theresa Randle
as Brenda
John Witherspoon
as Wild Rudy
Bobby McGee
as Leon
O.L. Duke
as Monroe
Kasi Lemmons
as Cookie
Eugene Robert Glazer
as David Green
Timmie Rogers
as Buddy Lewis
Tommy Redmond Hicks
as Pastor Blake
Donnie Simpson
as Donnie Simpson
Norma Donaldson
as Mrs. Sawyer
Roger Rose
as The Five Horsemen
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