Ashanti

Ashanti

44 · Born: Oct 13, 1980

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornOct 13, 1980 Glen Cove, Long Island, New York, USA
Parents
  • Tina Douglas
  • Ken-Kaide Thomas Douglas
Relatives
  • Kenashia T. Douglas (Sibling)
  • James (Grandparent)

Biography

Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas is an incredibly talented African-American R&B singer and multifaceted actress hailing from the picturesque town of Glen Cove, New York. With a diverse range of acting credits to her name, Ashanti has brought her remarkable skills to the big and small screens, appearing in a variety of films and television shows that have captivated audiences worldwide. Some of her most notable roles include her stint as a Muppet in the beloved 2005 musical fantasy film, The Muppets' Wizard of Oz, her part in the action-packed zombie apocalypse thriller, Resident Evil: Extinction, and her dramatic turn in the inspirational sports drama, Coach Carter. Additionally, Ashanti has showcased her comedic chops in the 2006 teen comedy, John Tucker Must Die, and her cultural sensitivity in the 2004 Bollywood-inspired romantic comedy, Bride and Prejudice. Furthermore, she has also made memorable appearances in the critically acclaimed biographical drama, Malcolm X, and the supernatural drama series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. In addition to her impressive acting career, Ashanti has also demonstrated her musical prowess by releasing six studio albums, each one showcasing her unique vocal style and artistic range.

Career

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2025
No Address
No Address as Violet
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2023
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2022
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2021
Honey Girls
Honey Girls as Fancy G
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2019
Stuck
Stuck as Eve
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{"id":102649,"title":"Mothers and Daughters","year":"2016","character":"Kelly","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mothers-and-daughters","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_102649.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_102649.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
{"id":1037,"title":"Unforgettable","year":2015,"character":"Stella","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/unforgettable","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5lbvrbcul880.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5lbvrbcul880.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
{"id":20552,"title":"Mutant World","year":"2014","character":"The Preacher","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mutant-world","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_20552.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_20552.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Mutant World
Mutant World as The Preacher
{"id":14160,"title":"Christmas in the City","year":"2013","character":"Teanna Musk","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/christmas-in-the-city","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14160.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14160.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
{"id":1420,"title":"Army Wives","year":2013,"character":"Latasha Montclair","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/army-wives","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/670pp3k5t2m0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/670pp3k5t2m0.jpg"},"released":1}
Army Wives
Army Wives as Latasha Montclair
{"id":2539,"title":"Resident Evil: Extinction","year":"2007","character":"Betty","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/resident-evil-extinction","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/61q822vh8qm0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/61q822vh8qm0.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":2616,"title":"John Tucker Must Die","year":"2006","character":"Heather","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/john-tucker-must-die","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/150ea682gsj0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/150ea682gsj0.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
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2005
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{"id":791,"title":"Buffy the Vampire Slayer","year":2002,"character":"Lissa","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/buffy-the-vampire-slayer","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7680fttmv7n0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7680fttmv7n0.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
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{"id":6978,"title":"Who's the Man?","year":"1993","character":"Kid No. 4","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/whos-the-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6978.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6978.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Who's the Man?
Who's the Man? as Kid No. 4
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1992
Malcolm X
Malcolm X as Student in Harlem Classroom (uncredited)
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2025
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2024
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2020
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2019
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2009
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2004
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{"id":17013,"title":"Bride & Prejudice","year":"2004","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bride-prejudice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_17013.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_17013.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":153274,"title":"Christmas in Washington","year":"2003","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/christmas-in-washington-2003","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_153274.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_153274.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
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