Jaafar Jackson is a rising singer, songwriter and entertainer. Jaafar Jackson Family belongs to Michael Jackson.He is set to portray the role of his uncle Michael Jackson for Lionsgate’s upcoming biopic, Michael.According to the studio, the biopic will look into all aspects of the late icon’s life, “including his most iconic performances that led him to become the greatest entertainer of all time.”
According to Deadline, the film would not only highlight Michael’s legacy, but will also address his controversies.While there is no official release date for Michael, the site does report that principal photography will begin in 2023.Here is everything you need to know about Jaafar, including his career and personal background.
Jaafar Jackson Family Wikipedia
| Real Name | Jaafar Jackson |
| Birthdate | 25 July 1996 |
| Age (2024) | 27 years |
| Place of Birth | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | African Descent |
| Marital Status | In Relationship |
| Spouse/Partner | Maddie Simpson |
| Children | Not Yet |
| Father Name | Jermaine Jackson |
| Mother Name | Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza |
| Siblings | Jermaine La Jaune Jaimy Jermaine Jackson Jeremy Maldonado Jackson Jourdynn Michael Jackson Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson Dawn Jackson Autumn Joi Jackson |
| Grand Parents | Joe Jackson Katherine Jackson |
| Uncles | Michael Jackson Tito Jackson Marlon Jackson Randy Jackson Jackie Jackson |
| Cousins | Taj Jackson. Genevieve Jackson Donte Jackson Valencia Jackson Brittany Jackson Marlon Jackson Jr Stevanna Jackson Taryll Jackson |
| Social Links | Instagram Businessld Home page |
Jaafar Jackson Early Life
Jaafar Jackson was born and raised in a widely recognized family. He was born on Thursday, July 25, 1996. Let me tell you that Jaafar and his siblings grew up in Los Angeles, California, USA. He started singing and dancing at the age of 12.He also had aspirations to become a professional golf player.
Jaafar Jackson Parents
His father Jermaine Jackson is famous American singer-songwriter and his mother is Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza, previously married to Randy Jackson.His grandfather Joe Jackson was a famous American talent manager and patriarch of the Jackson family of entertainers. His grandmother’s name is Katherine Jackson.
Jaafar Jackson Siblings
Jaafar has 8 siblings in the family including six brothers and two sisters. The names of his siblings are Jermaine La Jaune , Autumn Joi Jackson, Jaimy Jermaine Jackson, Jeremy Maldonado Jackson, Jourdynn Michael Jackson, Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson, and Dawn Jackson.
Jaafar Jackson Girlfriend and Relationship
Jaafar Jackson is in a relationship with his girlfriend named Maddie Simpson.They are dating from a long time.His partner Maddie is also a singer and social media influencer.
Jaafar Jackson Career
Jackson recorded songs by Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye. “Got Me Singing” was his first song, which was released in 2019. In 2021, he performed in Jackson-related projects such as The Jacksons: Next Generation and Tito Jackson’s music video “Love One Another”.According to Empire, he “established a social media presence as a talented singer and dancer”.
After a two-year casting process, Jackson was cast as his uncle Michael Jackson in Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming biopic, which will be distributed by Lionsgate.Michael Jackson’s mother, Katherine Jackson, was said to approve of the casting, stating he “embodies” her son.
Jaafar stated on his personal Instagram account that he was “humbled and honored” to be cast in the role. Principal photography for the film began on November 27, 2023, in Los Angeles, California.Shortly later, footage of Jackson playing the role became public online.
