Branford Marsalis
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 The Tonight Show Band. Marsalis has numerous musical interests, from jazz, blues and funk to such classical music projects as his Fall 2008 tour with Marsalis Brasilianos. He is a three-time Grammy winner and the head of Marsalis Music, the label he founded in 2002. His brothers Jason Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, and Delfeayo Marsalis are also jazz musicians.
Acting
TV
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
as Branford Marsalis
1990
TV
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
as Duane
1990
Movie
Throw Momma from the Train
as Lester
1987
Movie
Mo' Better Blues
as Party Guest
1990
Movie
Eve's Bayou
as Harry
1997
Movie
School Daze
as Jordan
1988
TV
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
as Self
1994
TV
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
as Self - Musical Director
1992
Movie
Music by John Williams
as Self - Saxophonist / Composer
2024
TV
Living Single
as Himself
1993
TV
This Old House
as Self
1979
TV
Great Performances
as Self
1971
TV
Finding Your Roots
as Self
2012
Movie
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
as Self
2020
Movie
Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist
as Self
2021
TV
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
as Branford Frog (voice)
1995
Movie
Sting: Live In Berlin
as Self - Saxophone
2010
TV
K Street
as Self
2003
Movie
Sting - Bring on the Night
as Self
1985
Movie
Brooklyn Boheme
as Self
2012
Movie
Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
as Self
2011
Movie
Before the Music Dies
as Self - Musician
2006
TV
Friday Night Videos
1983
Movie
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
as Self (uncredited)
2002
Crew
Movie
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Original Music Composer
2020
TV
Tales from the Crypt
Music
1989
Movie
Rustin
Original Music Composer
2023
Movie
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Original Music Composer
2017
Movie
3 A.M.
Original Music Composer
2001
Movie
The Eye of the Storm
Musician
2011
Movie
Once in the Life
Original Music Composer
2000
Movie
Goosed
Original Music Composer
1999
Movie
Mr. and Mrs. Loving
Original Music Composer
1996
Movie
Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre
Original Music Composer
2021
Movie
To My Daughter With Love
Original Music Composer
1994
Movie
Without a Pass
Music
1992