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Jasmine Guy Biography (Actress and Singer Known for Her Role in the Series 'School Daze' and 'A Different World')

Birthday: March 10, 1962 (Pisces)

Born In: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Jasmine Guy is an American actress, dancer, singer, and director who is known for her role of Whitley Gilbert in NBC’s ‘The Cosby Show’ spin-off ‘A Different World’ and Roxy in ‘Dead Like Me’. Born to a white mother and a black father, the actress is biracial. While she is dark-skinned, many feel that her skin tone is not “dark enough” to be considered black. Owing to this, she was often bullied in her school by other black students. As a biracial young woman, she struggled a lot while trying to establish herself in the show business as well. After learning dancing at Alvin Ailey American Dance Center, New York, she made her debut in the TV series ‘Fame’ as a dancer. Her film debut was in the movie ‘School Daze’. She also acted on stage in several Broadway, Off-Broadway and other productions. Apart from her acting career, she has also gained popularity for her singing. She released her debut album named ‘Jasmine Guy’ (1990) which reached #143 on the US Top 200 Album Chart. She married Terrence Duckett and was blessed with a daughter named Imani. The couple divorced in 2008, after being married for a decade.

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Birthday: March 10, 1962 (Pisces)

Born In: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Age: 63 Years, 63 Year Old Females

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Terrence Duckett (m. 1998 - div. 2008)

father: William Guy

mother: Jaye Rudolph

children: Imani Duckett

Born Country: United States

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Height: 5'2" (157 cm), 5'2" Females

Ancestry: Portuguese American

City: Boston

U.S. State: Massachusetts

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  What are some popular TV shows that Jasmine Guy has appeared in?

  Some popular TV shows that Jasmine Guy has appeared in include "A Different World," "The Vampire Diaries," and "Grey's Anatomy."
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  What is Jasmine Guy's involvement in the entertainment industry apart from acting?

  Apart from acting, Jasmine Guy is also a director, singer, and dancer. She has directed several television episodes and has released music albums.
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  Has Jasmine Guy written any books?

  Yes, Jasmine Guy has written a memoir titled "Evolution of a Revolutionary," where she shares her personal journey and experiences in the entertainment industry.
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  What is Jasmine Guy's approach to activism and social issues?

  Jasmine Guy is known for her activism work, particularly in advocating for civil rights, education, and HIV/AIDS awareness. She is a strong voice for social justice causes.
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  How has Jasmine Guy's career evolved over the years?

  Jasmine Guy's career has evolved from being a successful actress in TV shows and movies to also exploring opportunities in directing, singing, and writing. She continues to be a multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry.

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American PeopleAmerican WomenPisces ActressesAmerican ActressesActresses Who Are In Their 60s Childhood & Early LifeJasmine Guy was born on March 10, 1962, in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. to William Guy and Jaye Rudolph. Her father is an African-American pastor at the historic Friendship Baptist Church in Atlanta and also a college instructor in philosophy and religion. Her mother is a Portuguese-American former high school teacher.She grew up in the affluent historic Collier Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, and attended North Atlanta High School. Due to her mixed skin tone, she was a target of bullying by other students, and was involved in many fights in her childhood.She used to sing in her father’s church choir.

She has a sister named Monica Guy, who was also her stand-in on the set of the TV series ‘A Different World’. At the age of seventeen, she moved to New York and joined Alvin Ailey American Dance Center to study dance.

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