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What Is Columbus Short’s Net Worth?
As of 2024, Columbus Short’s net worth is estimated to be around $400,000. This figure reflects his earnings from his acting career, choreography work, and other ventures in the entertainment industry. It’s important to note that net worth is an estimate based on publicly available information and may not reflect his exact financial situation.
Early Life and Education
Columbus Short Jr. was born on September 19, 1982, in Kansas City, Missouri. He spent his early childhood there with his two brothers, John and Chris. At the age of five, Short moved with his family to Los Angeles, California, where he began exploring his interest in acting through a youth theater program. During his teenage years, Short attended Marcos De Niza High School in Tempe, Arizona, as well as El Segundo High School and Orange County School of the Arts back in Southern California. He ultimately left school to pursue a career in the entertainment industry, joining the off-Broadway tour of “Stomp.” While specific financial details about his upbringing are not publicly available, his early exposure to the arts laid the foundation for his future career.
Film Career Details
Columbus Short began his film career as a dancer in the 2004 dance drama “You Got Served.” The following year, he appeared as a soldier in Steven Spielberg’s “War of the Worlds.” In 2006, he landed his first major film roles, playing ‘Hands’ Holloway in the comedy “Accepted” and Miles Sultana in the dance drama sequel “Save the Last Dance 2.” He subsequently starred in another dance drama, “Stomp the Yard,” as the protagonist ‘DJ’ Williams. After this role, he appeared in the ensemble cast of “This Christmas.” In 2008, Short appeared in the found-footage horror film “Quarantine” and the biographical drama “Cadillac Records,” in which he portrayed blues musician Little Walter. In 2009, Short had a supporting role in the crime thriller “Whiteout,” starring Kate Beckinsale, and a leading role in the heist thriller “Armored.” In the latter, he appeared alongside Matt Dillon, Jean Reno, Laurence Fishburne, and Milo Ventimiglia, among others. Short was in three films in 2010. First, he appeared in the American remake of the black comedy “Death at a Funeral.” Shortly after that, Short was in the action film “The Losers,” based on the comic book series. His final film of the year was the sequel “Stomp the Yard: Homecoming,” in which he reprised his role as ‘DJ’ Williams from the first “Stomp the Yard.” Following a break from the big screen, Short returned in 2015 with a leading role in the thriller “The Girl is in Trouble.” A couple years later, he appeared in the crime drama “American Violence” and starred in “True to the Game.” Short would reprise his role from the latter in the sequels “True to the Game 2: Gena’s Story” and “True to the Game 3.” His other notable credits have included Mario Van Peebles’s action film “Armed,” in which he played Turell, and the biographical musical drama “Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story,” in which he portrayed Martin Luther King Jr. Specific salary figures for each of these roles are not publicly available. However, lead roles in films such as “Stomp the Yard” and “Armored” would have contributed significantly to his income during those years.
Television Career Income
Columbus Short’s television career began with appearances in episodes of “ER” and “Judging Amy” in 2005. He also had a two-episode guest role on the Disney Channel teen sitcom “That’s So Raven,” playing Trey. From 2006 to 2007, Short played the recurring role of Darius Hawthorne on the NBC series “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.” His most prominent television role came with the ABC political thriller series “Scandal,” which premiered in 2012. Short played Harrison Wright for the show’s first three seasons, through 2014. While specific salary details for his role on “Scandal” have not been publicly disclosed, it is estimated that he earned a substantial amount per episode. Given the show’s popularity and his prominent role, it is likely that he earned tens of thousands of dollars per episode, significantly boosting his overall net worth during that period. However, his appearances on television have been less frequent since then.
Choreography Work and Other Ventures
In addition to acting, Columbus Short has worked as a choreographer. One notable project was his work with Brian Friedman and choreographing Britney Spears’s Onyx Hotel Tour. Specific income from this tour is unknown, it would have added to his earnings at the time. Further details on additional choreography or dance-related projects are not available in the provided text.
Legal Issues and Financial Setbacks
Columbus Short has faced several legal issues that have impacted his finances. In 2014, he pleaded guilty to misdemeanor domestic violence against his wife and was ordered to perform 30 hours of community service. He also avoided jail time by pleading no contest to a felony assault charge for throwing a punch at an in-law during a family gathering at a bar. In October 2014, Short was reportedly evicted from a property he had been renting in the LA suburbs for allegedly failing to pay the $7,000 monthly rent for some period of time. These legal problems and the eviction have likely contributed to his financial difficulties and lower net worth. Legal fees, settlements, and potential loss of income due to reputational damage could have significantly impacted his overall financial standing.
Personal Life and Relationships
Columbus Short’s personal life has been eventful. From 2001 to 2003, he was married to Brandi, and they had a son together. In 2005, he married dancer and actress Tanee McCall, who filed for divorce twice due to allegations of domestic violence, ending the marriage in 2013. The couple had a daughter named Ayala. Short reportedly married writer Karrine Steffans in 2016, but Steffans denied that they ever wed after she was granted a temporary restraining order against Short. Later in 2016, Short married Aida Abramyan, and they have two sons together. Details on any financial settlements or support obligations related to these relationships are not publicly available, but they could potentially impact his net worth.
