‘’Salim Dolphine Ulysses Grant’’ (born May 28, 1977, in Dallas, Texas) is an American actor, author, and musician best known for portraying Jason in the first three ‘’Barney & The Backyard Gang’’ videos before being replaced by Rickey Carter as Derek.
Grant is the author of ‘‘Show Biz Kids: Quest for Success’’ and is the older brother of actress and singer Crystal Celeste Grant. Prior to his work on ‘‘Barney & The Backyard Gang’’, he appeared in a ‘‘Sesame Street’’ commercial at the age of four. When he was five, he participated in several theater productions with a local children’s group called ‘‘Too Short for Prime Time’’.
In 1990, Grant appeared in the film ‘‘Ghost Dad’’ starring Bill Cosby. From 1995 to 1996, he portrayed R.J. “Hollywood” Collins on ‘‘Saved by the Bell: The New Class’’. He also made guest appearances on various television series including ‘‘Sister, Sister’’ and ‘‘Family Matters’’.
In addition to acting, Grant has pursued a career in music. He has produced for rapper Snoop Dogg and has been involved in developing an international record deal.
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Barney & The Backyard Gang[]
Grant portrayed Jason for the first trilogy of Barney & The Backyard Gang videos.
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- Grant was the first African-American to be a part of The Backyard Gang.
- He later left after the video; Three Wishes as he became unhappy with his role.