Branford Marsalis
Biography
Branford Marsalis works in acting. Born August 26, 1960 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Archytele tracks 24 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- Great Performances (1971) as Self
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992) as Self - Musical Director
- This Old House (1979) as Self
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Branford Marsalis
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Duane
- Space Ghost Coast to Coast (1994) as Self
- Finding Your Roots (2012) as Self
- Living Single (1993) as Himself
- Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995) as Branford Frog (voice)
- K Street (2003) as Self
- Friday Night Videos (1983)
- Music by John Williams (2024) as Self - Saxophonist / Composer
- Throw Momma from the Train (1987) as Lester
- Eve's Bayou (1997) as Harry
- School Daze (1988) as Jordan
- Mo' Better Blues (1990) as Party Guest
- Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist (2021) as Self
- Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen (2020) as Self
- Motown 40: The Music Is Forever (1998) as Self
- Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story (2002) as Self (uncredited)
- Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella (1990) as Self
- Before the Music Dies (2006) as Self - Musician
- Sting: Live In Berlin (2010) as Self - Saxophone
- The Worlds of Harry Connick Jr. (1999) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Branford Marsalis best known for?
Branford Marsalis is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Very Bad Things (1998), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992), This Old House (1979), Return of the Jedi (1983).
When and where was Branford Marsalis born?
Branford Marsalis was born on August 26, 1960 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
How many credits does Branford Marsalis have?
Branford Marsalis has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2024.
What is Branford Marsalis's background in cinema and television?
Branford Marsalis (born August 26, 1960) is an American saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. While primarily known for his work in jazz as the leader of the Branford Marsalis Quartet, he also performs frequently as a soloist with classical ensembles and has led the group Buckshot LeFonque. From 1992 to 1995 he led Th...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Friday Night Videos (1983) — aged about 22
- Living Single (1993) as Himself — aged about 32
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Branford Marsalis — aged about 29
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Duane — aged about 29
- Space Ghost Coast to Coast (1994) as Self — aged about 33
- Finding Your Roots (2012) as Self — aged about 51
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