Three years after making his big screen debut in “You Got Served,” Short starred alongside Chris Brown for 2007’s “Stomp the Yard.” The film would put the dancer-turned-actor on everybody’s radar.
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Carefree Co-Ed
Short co-starred among a group of scholastic slackers in the college-themed comedy, “Accepted.”
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Inside Job
Last year, Short starred (and held his own!) alongside veteran actor Laurence Fishburne for the action-thriller, “Armored.”
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Brrrrr…
Short joined Kate Beckinsdale for the thriller, “Whiteout,” set in Antarctica.
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Man in Uniform
In the sci-fi, zombie flick, “Quarantine,” Short was charged with investigating the outbreak of a mysterious, contagious virus.
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Holiday Cheer
Though Short tried his best to keep a secret from his overbearing family in “This Christmas,” he was eventually found out.
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Legendary Portrayal
Short joined Beyonce, Gabrielle Union and Jeffrey Wright for the period drama, “Cadillac Records.” He delivered a powerful performance as blues harmonica player, Little Walter.
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Causing Drama
Short’s character, Jeff, played a very pivotal role in the over-the-top, hallucinogenic-fueled drama that ensued in “Death at a Funeral.”
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Armed
Short is bringing it, with ammo, for the action-adventure, “The Losers,” opening today.
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Star on the Rise
Columbus Short started his career as a dancer with dance-percussion touring show “Stomp” at age 17. He then trained as a dancer and quickly found himself choreographing Britney Spears’ concerts.
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Sexy Undergrad
Playing DJ in 2007’s “Stomp the Yard,” Short was able to bridge the gap between his two passions, dance and acting.