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Yazz

Known For
Acting
Born
May 19, 1960 in Shepherd's Bush, London, England, UK
Active Years
1977–2004 (28 Years)
Total Credits
6 credits in database
Acting Born May 19, 1960 Shepherd's Bush, London, England, UK 6 credits
6
Total Credits
1977–2004
28 Years Career Span
4
Vault Titles
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Biography

Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual identity profile of Yazz (Acting).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Word count: 90-130 words.
No preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes.
Name: Yazz (born Yasmin Evans).
Birthday: May 19, 1960.
Place of Birth: Shepherd's Bush, London, England, UK.
Parents: Jamaican father and a British mother.
Education: Holland Park School (excelled at sports, including 400 metres).
Sports: Member of the England under-19 volleyball team.
Career: Catwalk model, recorded with the group the Biz in 1983, sang on Coldcut's "Doctorin' the House" in early 1988.
Music: British pop singer, known for the 1988 UK number one single "The Only Way Is Up". Some records credited to Yazz and the Plastic Population.
Acting: Known for acting (6 known credits).

Yazz, born Yasmin Evans on May 19, 1960, is a British pop singer and actress. Born in Shepherd's Bush, London, to a Jamaican father and a British mother, she attended Holland Park School, where she was an athlete in the 400 metres. She was also a member of the England under-19 volleyball team. Before her music career, she worked as a catwalk model. Her musical success includes recording with the group the Biz in 1983 and singing on Coldcut's "Doctorin' the House" in early 1988. She is recognized for her 1988 UK number one single, "The Only Way Is Up." Some of her recordings are credited to Yazz and

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Career

Career overview

Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a career overview of Yazz (Acting) based only on provided text.
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No inventing/guessing titles, names, dates, etc.
Constraint 3: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Constraint 4: Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraint 5: Length 180-260 words.
Constraint 6: 2-3 short paragraphs.
Constraint 7: Focus on "Yazz (Acting)" as per the prompt's specific instruction, though the text mostly covers her music career. Note: The source says "Known For: Acting" and "Known Credits: 6", but doesn't list the specific acting credits. I must be careful here.
Name: Yazz (born Yasmin Evans).
Birthday: 19 May 1960.
Birthplace: Shepherd's Bush, London, England, UK.
Parents: Jamaican father and a British mother.
Education: Holland Park School (excelled in sports, including 400 metres).
Sports: Member of the England under-19 volleyball team.
Previous career: Catwalk model.
Music Career:
Recorded with the group the Biz in 1983.
Sang on Coldcut's "Doctorin' the House" in early 1988 (first commercial success).
1988 UK number one single "The Only Way Is Up".
Some records credited to Yazz and the Plastic Population.
Acting: Known for acting with 6 known credits.
Paragraph 1: Early Life and Background.
Yazz, born Yasmin Evans on May 19, 1960, in Shepherd's Bush, London, England, is a British pop singer. She was born to a British mother and a Jamaican father. During her time at Holland Park School, she was an athlete who excelled in sports such as the 400 metres. She also served as a member of the England under-19 volleyball team. Before her music career, she worked as a catwalk model.
Paragraph 2: Music Career.
Her musical career includes recording with the group the Biz in 1983. Her initial commercial success occurred in early 1988 when she provided vocals for Coldcut's Doctorin' the House. She is recognized for her 1988 UK number one single, The Only Way Is Up. Some of her musical recordings are credited to Yazz and the Plastic Population.
Paragraph 3: Acting.
In addition to her work as a singer, Yazz is known for acting. She has six known acting credits.
Word Count Check:
P1: ~65 words.
P2: ~60 words.
P3: ~20 words.
Total: ~145 words.
Problem: The prompt asks for 180-260 words. I need to expand using only the provided facts.
Expansion Strategy: I cannot invent facts. I must elaborate on the existing facts using more formal, encyclopedic language to reach the word count.
Revised Draft:
Yazz, born Yasmin Evans on May 19, 1960, in Shepherd's Bush, London, England, is a British pop singer. She was born to a British mother and a Jamaican father. During her education at Holland Park School, she was an accomplished athlete, specifically excelling in sports such as the 400 metres. Her athletic background also includes participation as a member of the England under-19 volleyball

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Career timeline

Top of the Pops: 40th Anniversary 1964 - 2004
Big World Cafe
Smash Hits Poll Winners Party
Sacrée soirée
Champs-Elysées
The BRIT Awards

Full Filmography

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Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Yazz best known for?

Yazz is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Another Time, Another Place (1958), Sacrée soirée (1987), Champs-Elysées (1982), Cannabis (1970).

When and where was Yazz born?

Yazz was born on May 19, 1960 in Shepherd's Bush, London, England, UK.

How many credits does Yazz have?

Yazz has accumulated over 6 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2004.

What is Yazz's background in cinema and television?

Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual identity profile of Yazz (Acting). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES. No invented titles, names, dates, awards, etc. Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no hea...

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6credits
1films
5TV series
1977–2004active years

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