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Jasmine Guy

  • Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts
  • Birthday: March 10, 1964

A lithe, smoky-eyed actress and dancer who turned a supporting part on the series "A Different World" (NBC, 1987-93) into the focus of the series and with it won stardom, Jasmine Guy left home, with her parents blessing, at age 16 and moved to New York. There, she studied with Alvin Ailey and eventually performed with his dance company. Her training led to supporting parts in the Broadway revival and road company of "The Wiz", the short-lived "Leader of the Pack" on Broadway, and a gig as a dancer in several episod…more

Career Milestones

  • 2000

    Assumed role of Velma Kelly in the hit Broadway revival of Chicago

  • 1997

    Played role of Velma in the national tour of Kander and Ebb s Chicago ; later played role in the Las Vegas production in 1999

  • 1995

    Guest-starred in several episodes of Melrose Place ; signed production agreement with TriStar TV, including series pact

  • 1990

    First album released, Jasmine Guy

  • 1990

    First starring role in TV-movie, A Killer Among Us

Awards

  • 1992

    NAACP Image Award: Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series

  • 1991

    NAACP Image Award: Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series

Upcoming Appearances

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