Jasmine was born March the 10th in 1964, in Boston, Massachusetts, but grew up in Atlanta, Georgia.

Remembered mostly as Whitley Gilbert Wayne on the series "A Different World", Jasmine Guy has a variety of talents. Jasmine was born March 10, 1964 in Boston, Massachusetts. In 1990 Jasmine released a self-titled album with "A Different World" co-star, Cree Summer, helping with background vocals on a few songs. She married Terrence Duckette on August 22, 1998. On March 28, 1999, Jasmine gave birth to a baby girl, Imani. She continues a career in film, theatre, and music.

Jasmine was married to Terrence Duckette and has been since 22 August 1998. Together they have a daughter Imani born 28 March 1999.

Jasmine was also good friends with the infamous rapper Tupac who was famously gunned down and remains close friends with his mother, Afeni.