Short Stories: The Autobiography of Columbus Short

“Columbus Short’s biography is a reflective and compelling story of a man consumed with fame quicker than an ego could process. Like myself, his story of resilience and redemption is inspiring to anyone that has hit rock-bottom or been misunderstood, but has the will and desire to become a better person. I have come to know Columbus well over the past couple of years and seeing him as a father, husband, and as a businessman is inspiring to watch. All his experiences—good and bad—have led him to finding the best version of himself. His best is yet to come.” - Mike Tyson “Raw and real, funny and self-deprecating. I thought I knew him before, but I know him soooo much better now. After this, he should change his name to Columbus TALL! I Love You, Man.” - DL Hughley “Watching Columbus’ evolution through defining moments has been inspiring. Watching him embrace all sides of the art—from acting to music to now writing—is something that is pushing me to be better, and I’m proud of him.” - Damon Dash

Columbus Short is a film and television actor, producer, and singer/songwriter. He is best known for his roles in ABC’s Scandal, Stomp the Yard, Cadillac Records, Armored, and The Losers. At the age of 20, Short choreographed and creative directed Britney Spears’s Onyx Hotel Tour. His acting debut came as a dancer in You Got Served. He then appeared in That’s So Raven, ER, and Judging Amy. In 2005, Short founded a film and television production company, Great Picture Show Productions. The company executive-produced Stomp the Yard 2- Homecoming, Strange Fruit, and TVOne Original Movie Mr. Right. In 2008, Short won Best Ensemble for Cadillac Records at the Black Reel Awards and was nominated for Best Breakthrough Performance. In 2009, he won the Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture for Cadillac Records. Short starred in and produced the film True To The Game, based on Teri Woods’ urban classic novel of the same name. The film is also co-produced by Leah Daniels-Butler and stars Vivica Fox and Nelsan Ellis.