Reginald Beane(1918-1985)
- Actor
- Music Department
- Soundtrack
Reginald Beane, an actor and pianist who made his stage debut with
Ethel Waters in 'Mamba's Daughters' and later became her accompanist
and arranger throughout her singing career. He died Sunday April 14,
1985 at his home in the Bronx. He was 66 years old. Mr. Beane was just
16 when, through Miss Waters's influence, he became a member of the
musicians union. In addition to working with her, he played the pianist
role in both the Broadway and Hollywood productions of 'Time of Your
Life.' He also appeared in 'Foxhole in the Parlor' and worked in
nightclubs.
