American Soul (TV) Cast
The cast of American Soul. Updated on August 11, 2025.
41 actors
Jason Dirden
as Gerald Aims (15 episodes)

Jason Dirden takes on the role of Gerald Aims, showcasing a key player in the music scene.

Iantha Richardson
as Tessa Lorraine (16 episodes)

Iantha Richardson plays Tessa Lorraine, who navigates the vibrant world of Soul Train.

Christopher Jefferson
as Julius "JT" Tucker (18 episodes)

Christopher Jefferson is Julius 'JT' Tucker, bringing in a youthful perspective to the ensemble.

Sinqua Walls
as Don Cornelius (18 episodes)

Sinqua Walls stars as Don Cornelius, the visionary behind Soul Train.

Katlyn Nichol
as Simone Clarke (18 episodes)

Katlyn Nichol appears as Simone Clarke, adding depth to the Clarke family story.

Jelani Winston
as Kendall Clarke (10 episodes)

Jelani Winston plays Kendall Clarke, a character involved in the Clarke family dynamics.

Milton Saul
as Family Friend (1 episode)

Milton Saul is seen as a Family Friend, contributing to the interconnected relationships in the show.

George Paez
as Security Officer (1 episode)

George Paez features as a Security Officer, ensuring the safety of those around him.

Hayes Mercure
as Len Charles (1 episode)

Hayes Mercure portrays Len Charles, who impacts the course of events within the story.

Summer Madison
as Dawn (1 episode)

Summer Madison plays the character Dawn, adding another layer to the ensemble cast.

Ledisi
as Patti LaBelle (1 episode)

Ledisi embodies the legendary Patti LaBelle, paying homage to the real-life music icon.

London Brown
as Booty Collins (1 episode)

London Brown takes on the persona of Bootsy Collins, a nod to the iconic musician.

Big Boi
as George Clinton (1 episode)
Trayce Malachi
as Raymond Cornelius (1 episode)
Mike Merrill
as Maceo Parker (1 episode)
Moses J. Moseley
as Black Man (1 episode)
K. Michelle
as Martha Reeves (1 episode)
TJ Jackson
as Recording Studio Manager (2 episodes)
Kevin Savage
as Carter Cornelius (1 episode)
Anthony Bradford
as Cop #2 (1 episode)
Sean Baker
as Maurice (1 episode)
Kelly Price
as Brianne Clarke (11 episodes)
Simeon Daise
as Reggie Michaels (7 episodes)
Phillip Mullings Jr.
as Patrick Lorraine (8 episodes)
Shannon Wallace
as Nate Barker (6 episodes)
Perri Camper
as Delores Cornelius (9 episodes)
Kelly Rowland
as Gladys Knight (3 episodes)
Clifton Powell
as Herschel (3 episodes)
Michael Anthony
as Carl (2 episodes)
Michael Christopher Rodney
as Wood Harley (2 episodes)
Michelle Williams
as Diana Ross (1 episode)
Wayne Brady
as Little Richard (1 episode)
Gabrielle Dennis
as Tina Turner (1 episode)
McKinley Freeman
as Ike Turner (1 episode)
Raven Goodwin
as Violet (1 episode)
Melanie Fiona
as Chaka Khan (1 episode)
Tone Bell
as Richard Pryor (1 episode)
Brittany Renner
as Mona (1 episode)
Arrianna Marie
as Girl #3 (1 episode)
Gina La Piana
as Sarah Jacobs (1 episode)
Bryan Murphy
as Prescott (1 episode)
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