Overview

Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.

Featured Cast

Jamie Foxx

Kerry Washington

Regina King

Harry Lennix

Clifton Powell

Bokeem Woodbine

Curtis Armstrong

Richard Schiff

Larenz Tate

Terrence Howard