Actor

Branford Marsalis

August 26, 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.

Notable work

7.9
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990)
as Branford Marsalis and as Duane
6.2
Throw Momma from the Train (1987)
as Lester

Often works with

Samuel L. Jackson
4 titles together
Mo' Better Blues, Eve's Bayou, School Daze
Spike Lee
3 titles together
Mo' Better Blues, School Daze, Spike & Co.: Do It a Cappella
Giancarlo Esposito
2 titles together
Mo' Better Blues, School Daze
Joie Lee
2 titles together
Mo' Better Blues, School Daze
Bill Nunn
2 titles together
Mo' Better Blues, School Daze
Roger Guenveur Smith
2 titles together
Eve's Bayou, School Daze

Full filmography · 10

Branford Marsalis: A Love Supreme Live In Amsterdam
as Tenor saxophone
2003
Eve's Bayou
as Harry
19976.5
Mo' Better Blues
as Party Guest
19906.5
Spike & Co.: Do It a Cappella
cast
1990
School Daze
as Jordan
19885.7
Throw Momma from the Train
as Lester
19876.2
Horn of Plenty
as Cecil
1986