Loosely based on jazz legend Billie Holiday’s memoir, LADY SINGS THE BLUES ('72) had a formidable cast, including Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, and former member of "The Supremes," Diana Ross. Critics were initially skeptical of Ross's lack of acting experience and her singing style which differed from Holiday's, but were proven wrong by her impressive performance. For her film debut, Ross received her first Oscar nomination. See it tonight at 11:45pm ET. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

The chemistry between Diana Ross and Billy Dee Williams thrilled audiences who saw LADY SINGS THE BLUES ('72), the two were teamed again for MAHOGANY ('75). Ross earned an Oscar nomination for her performance as Billie Holiday. See it tonight at 10:15pm ET. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

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51 years ago, 'Lady Sings The Blues' starring Diana Ross as Billie Holiday was released. https://ko-fi.com/blexmedia | Blex

Diana Ross (as Billie Holiday) singing “My Man” in “Lady Sings the Blues”, 1972 ————————————————————————- First African-American biopic to be nominated for the Academy Awards, earning five nominations, including Best Actress. Also Features Diana Ross's only Oscar nominated performance. ————————————————————————- #vintage #legend #moviestar #hollywoodgreats #1970s #silverscreen #goldenage #goldenageofhollywood #awarmdecember #retro #lettambulu #goodoldmovies #dianaross #billieholiday | Good Old Mo

LADY SINGS THE BLUES ('72) was nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Actress for Diana Ross' portrayal of legendary singer Billie Holiday. See it on the big screen 2/20 and 2/23. Tickets and showtimes here: https://myt.cm/LadySingsBlues50 | Turner Classic Movies: TCM