Actor
Branford Marsalis
Born 1960 · New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
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
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Branford Marsalis · 1990
Throw Momma from the Train
Lester · 1987
Space Ghost Coast to Coast
Self · 1994
Music by John Williams
Self - Saxophonist / Composer · 2024
Mo' Better Blues
Party Guest · 1990
Living Single
Himself · 1993
Eve's Bayou
Harry · 1997
School Daze
Jordan · 1988
Chadwick Boseman: Portrait of an Artist
Self · 2021
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Self - Musical Director · 1992
Spike & Co. Do It a-Cappella
Self · 1990
Sting: Live In Berlin
Self - Saxophone · 2010
This Old House
Self · 1979
Great Performances
Self · 1971
Sting - Bring on the Night
Self · 1985
Finding Your Roots
Self · 2012
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
Self · 2020
Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone
Self · 2011
Brooklyn Boheme
Self · 2012
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
Branford Frog (voice) · 1995
Before the Music Dies
Self - Musician · 2006
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
Self (uncredited) · 2002
The Marsalis Family: A Jazz Celebration
Self - saxophone · 2003
K Street
Self · 2003