Biography

Born Jaafar Jermiah Jackson on July 25, 1996, in Los Angeles, California, the multitalented creative is the second youngest son of legendary singer, songwriter, and producer Jermaine Jackson, and the nephew of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Though he spent his earliest years nurturing aspirations of becoming a professional golfer, growing up amidst the historic entertainment legacy of the Jackson family estate in Encino, California, naturally shifted his trajectory toward the performing arts.

Inheriting the sophisticated artistic palate of the world’s most influential musical lineage, Jackson developed an eclectically deep appreciation for sonic history. Alongside studying cinematic film scores, he holds a vast range of vocal and stylistic influences, spanning from soul and traditional pop legends like Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye, Nat King Cole, and Johnny Mathis. He launched his own dedicated musical journey at age 12, becoming well-versed in piano composition while accumulating an advanced wealth of knowledge in studio arrangement and stagecraft.

A natural visual and performance artist, Jackson’s broader creative interests encompass fine drawing, high fashion, and international travel. He holds a deep fondness for global landscapes outside of America—most notably Hong Kong and Austria—frequently citing their architecture, distinctive style hubs, and localized energies as core inspirations for his work. Driven by future aspirations to record in Paris and collaborate with legendary producer Rick Rubin, Jackson balances a timeless tenor vocal register with a magnetic Pop and R&B swagger built to cross global demographics. His ultimate artistic goal is rooted in cinematic storytelling, inspiring listeners worldwide to embrace their true authenticity.

In a historic cinematic breakthrough, he was selected by director Antoine Fuqua to portray his real-life uncle in the definitive biographical feature film Michael (2026). His physical and vocal transformation has generated massive critical praise, establishing him as a prominent breakout talent and securing major acting accolades within the industry. He is managed by entertainment executive Alex Avant, son of the historic cultural entrepreneur Clarence Avant.