Jasmine Richards
Scarborough, Ontario
WHO? Tara on OVERRULED!
BIRTHDAY? June 28, 1990
BREAK? Jasmine obtained her big break portraying Margaret, Sadie’s close friend, in NATURALLY, SADIE.
COOL FACTS?
– Jazzy is the nickname friends use for her, and it captures the energy she brings to every project. She has a quick wit, a warm presence, and a habit of stepping into a scene with a spark that viewers remember long after the final frame.
– A devoted fan of the TWILIGHT series, she has crushes on Taylor Lautner and Robert Pattinson, and those daydreams fed her early passion for acting, character transformation, and storytelling.
– Baseball and soccer keep her grounded, teaching teamwork, discipline, and the resilience needed to bounce back after tough takes on set or stage.
– She sings and dances, but for CAMP ROCK she lip synced to emphasize timing and on-screen presence, letting her focus on emotion, connection, and delivery.
– Her playlists tilt toward bands like Jack’s Mannequin, Weezer, and Paramore, shaping mood during long shoots, sustaining energy, and fueling creative choices.
CHECK? OVERRULED!, where Jasmine plays Tara Bohun, a role that blends vulnerability with resolve and invites viewers into moments of tough decision making.
BACK STORY
– In a TimeBlazers feature, Shakira is highlighted as an influence on her career journey, reflecting the blend of musical aspiration and dramatic curiosity that guides her early choices.
– Margaret Browning-Levesque stands out as a pivotal NATURALLY, SADIE character that helped establish her screen presence and earned audience affection.
– Lauren in DA KINK IN MY HAIR showcased versatility, warmth, and comedic timing, contributing to her growing reputation in musical theatre and television.
– Margaret Peggy Dupree in CAMP ROCK offered a chance to merge music and acting, creating memories for fans and helping connect the film with younger performers.
– Tara Bohun on OVERRULED! became a recurring figure that allowed exploration of tough choices, resilience, and personal growth across seasons.
– Peggy Warburton in CAMP ROCK 2: THE FINAL JAM connected back to the original CAMP ROCK era and drew a new wave of fans who followed the journey.
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