
Trombone Shorty
Known for Acting · 17 credits
- Born
- 1986-01-02 (age 40)
- Place of birth
- New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
- Also known as
- Troy 'Trombone Shorty' Andrews · Troy Michael Andrews · Troy Andrews
Biography
Troy Michael Andrews was a 4-year-old boy when he first-handed a trombone. That young player emulated the musicians he heard playing in the “second line” parades, most notably his older brother James, a skilled performer in his own right. Young Troy was so small, and his instrument was twice his size, that he earned the nickname “Trombone Shorty”. Over the years, he listened attentively to his elders who educated him on the New Orlean’s deeply-rooted musical traditions. His capable hands absorbed these lessons, and he practiced constantly. A band-leader at age 8 and touring musician at 10, Trombone Shorty’s horn became his passport that opened the doors to the world.
Respectful of and inspired by the music’s history, Troy developed a foundation built upon the many musical traditions of his hometown (jazz, gospel, and R&B), and updated them with modern rock and hip-hop influences. In doing so, he has created his own style, one he calls “SupaFunkRock”.
Known For
TV Shows (9)

The Simpsons
1989
as Trombone Shorty (voice)

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015
as Self - Musical Guest

Conan
2010
as Self - Musical Guest

The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
2005
as Self

The View
1997
as Self

NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
2008
as Self

Austin City Limits
1975
as Self

Jam Van
2023

The Grammys
1959
as Self
Movies (8)

The Peanuts Movie
2015
as Miss Othmar / Mrs. Little Red-Haired Girl (voice)

Homeward Bound: A Grammy Salute to the Songs of Paul Simon
2022
as Self

The New Orleans Concert: The Music of America's Soul
2006
as Self

Wandering Stars
2019
as Self

A Grammy Salute to Cyndi Lauper: Live from the Hollywood Bowl
2025
as Self
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue 7/6- Montreux Jazz Festival
2011

National Christmas Tree Lighting
2024
as Performer

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue Live from Red Rocks
2013
as Self
About Trombone Shorty
Troy Michael Andrews was a 4-year-old boy when he first-handed a trombone. That young player emulated the musicians he heard playing in the “second line” parades, most notably his older brother James, a skilled performer in his own right. Young Troy was so small, and his instrument was twice his size, that he earned the nickname “Trombone Shorty”. Over the years, he listened attentively to his elders who educated him on the New Orlean’s deeply-rooted musical traditions. His capable hands absorbed these lessons, and he practiced constantly. A b… With 17 credits spanning from 1959 to 2025, Trombone Shorty has appeared in 8 films and 9 TV shows.
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Most Popular Trombone Shorty Movies
- The Peanuts Movie (2015) — as Miss Othmar / Mrs. Little Red-Haired Girl (voice)
- Homeward Bound: A Grammy Salute to the Songs of Paul Simon (2022) — as Self
- The New Orleans Concert: The Music of America's Soul (2006) — as Self
- Wandering Stars (2019) — as Self
- A Grammy Salute to Cyndi Lauper: Live from the Hollywood Bowl (2025) — as Self
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