Luther Vandross started his career supporting David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and more. His undeniable talent earned platinum records and accolades, but he struggled to break out beyond the R&B charts. Intensely driven, he overcame personal and professional challenges to secure his place amongst the greatest vocalists in history.
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- Status
- Released
- Production
- Sony Music Entertainment, Trilogy Films, Raindog Films, Foxxhole Productions
Keywords
- music documentary
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Top Cast
Luther Vandross as Self (archive footage)
Mariah Carey as Self
Jamie Foxx as Self
Dionne Warwick as Self
Valerie Simpson as Self
David Bowie as Self (archive footage)
Johnny Carson as Self (archive footage)
Top Crew
Dawn Porter · Director
Robert Glasper · Composer
Bryan Gentry · Cinematographer
Mark Fason · Editor
Trish D Chetty · Producer
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