Jasmine Delaney is a fictional character from the Australian television soap opera Home and Away, played by Sam Frost.
[2] As the character was introduced alone, producers gave her a connection to the community through Leah Patterson (Ada Nicodemou), who Jasmine quickly befriends.
Later storylines have focused on Jasmine's romantic relationships with Mason Morgan (Orpheus Pledger), Colby Thorne (Tim Franklin) and Robbo (Jake Ryan), whom she later married.
Frost's casting attracted criticism from individuals in the acting community, but she was defended by current and former Home and Away stars.
On 17 July 2017, Karlie Rutherford of The Daily Telegraph reported that television personality Sam Frost had been cast in Home and Away.
[3] Frost, who had no prior acting experience, was asked to audition for the show while she was a contestant on Hell's Kitchen Australia, which airs on the same network.
[3] Julie McGauran, the head of drama at Seven Network, stated that Frost has a "natural ease in front of the camera", which makes her a "wonderful" addition to the cast.
[3] Frost commented, "I grew up watching Home and Away and never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be on set and part of the cast.
[7] Jasmine is driving towards Summer Bay when she is involved in a car crash with Kat Chapman (Pia Miller), who later dies along with her unborn child.
"[7] As Frost's character was introduced by herself, she was given an immediate connection to the Bay through Leah Patterson (Ada Nicodemou), who sits by Jasmine's hospital bed when she learns that she has no family.
[13] David soon realises that Leah knows who he is and holds both women hostage, along with Ryder Jackson (Lukas Radovich) who returns home at the wrong time.
"[15] In an April 2018 interview with Sarah Ellis of Inside Soap, Frost confirmed that her character would find some romance in the Bay.
[8] Jasmine forms a connection with Mason Morgan (Orpheus Pledger) and inspires him to return to his medical studies, after she secures a nursing position at the local hospital.
[18] Mason's sister Tori Morgan (Penny McNamee) realises that he has a crush on Jasmine and encourages him to act on his feelings.
Speaking to a TV Week writer, Frost commented "Jasmine has her suspicions about Ebony after finding her and Colby drinking at Salt.
[24] After learning that Robbo has accepted a job with Alf Stewart (Ray Meagher), Jasmine expresses her happiness for him through some "cheeky banter".
[29] Frost worked closely with McNamee on the storyline and asked her for advice, saying "We wanted them to be mature and tell their truths, because people can empathise with characters and the situation.
[31] Robbo's attempts to make amends with Jasmine affect her mental health and she ends up suffering a panic attack.
[32] Frost thought Jasmine was in shock over Robbo's reappearance, pointing out that she was "a mess and completely broken when he suddenly left.
Frost told Alice Penwill of Inside Soap: Anyone who's been dumped knows that sick feeling when you catch up with an ex-partner.
[37] In February 2022, Frost explained on her Instagram account that she chose to leave her "dream job" at Home and Away to focus on her family, friends and mental health.
[38] Frost admitted to having some worries about income and work since leaving the show, but thought it was vital to take some time out.
[39] Jasmine informs Alf and Marilyn Chambers (Emily Symons) that Robbo's mother has had a heart attack, and she will be going to the farm to help out.
I can't comment on Sam Frost's acting because some people have a natural ability, but this is a non-artistic choice that is disappointing.
[41] Kate Ritchie, who played Sally Fletcher, also came to Frost's defence, saying "There have been a lot of people who have joined that show without any training.
[4][42] Ahead of her arrival, the show's official website at Yahoo7 included Jasmine's debut in their review of the 2018 season trailer titled "15 photos that have us wanting more in 2018!
"[43] Lorna Gray of Women's Day commented "we’re beyond excited to see what her new character will bring to The Bay… we’re hoping it involves shaking things up with a new love interest…"[44] Chloe Lal writing for Bauer Media's Now To Love website listed five reasons why Frost was exactly what Home and Away needed and concluded by saying "we're going to bet that she'll very quickly become a Summer Bay fan favourite.
"[45] Jessica Clark of website Mamamia reviewed the character's debut episode and said that Frost had "a 35 whole seconds of shut-eyed screen time" and joked, "to be fair, we never knew Sam could play an unconscious person so convincingly.
"[51] Cullen later dubbed them "the odd couple" and observed that they "have endured grief, heartache and even a sperm donor request together.
"[28] In July 2020, Frost began receiving abusive comments online after her character attempted to gain custody of Grace.