# Jaafar Jackson

Jaafar Jackson, born July 25, 1996, is a singer, dancer, and actor known for his recent role portraying his uncle, Michael Jackson, in the 2026 biographical film ‘Michael’.

While public information rarely provides a comprehensive "personality profile," his interviews and career trajectory reveal several aspects of his character and interests:

• Dedicated and Studious: In preparing for his role as Michael Jackson, Jaafar demonstrated significant discipline. He immersed himself in his uncle’s personal archives, including his private writings, poems, and affirmations. He has mentioned adopting some of these practices, such as posting affirmations on mirrors and walls, to better understand and embody his uncle's mindset.
• Artistically Inclined: Like many in his family, he has a deep-rooted passion for music and dance. He began singing and playing piano at the age of 12, drawing early inspiration from artists such as Marvin Gaye and Sam Cooke.
• Versatile Background: Before committing to his path in the entertainment industry, Jaafar had diverse interests. As a teenager, he was highly focused on golf and held aspirations of becoming a professional golfer, showing a different side to his interests outside of the spotlight.
• Engaged with His Craft: He has shared his interest in video games, indicating a more casual, relatable side to his life outside of his professional commitments.

Because he is a relatively private figure who has only recently stepped into the global spotlight through his leading film role, most information about him centers on his professional development and his connection to the Jackson family legacy.

Singles: 2019 "Got Me Singing" 2020 "Confused"

Music videos 2019 "Got Me Singing" Himself 2021 "Love One Another" (Tito Jackson Guest appearance)

Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson (/dʒəˈfɑːr/ jə-FAHR; born July 25, 1996) is an American actor and singer. He released his debut single, "Got Me Singing", in 2019. As a member of the Jackson family, he portrayed his uncle Michael Jackson in the 2026 biographical film Michael. Born: July 25, 1996 (age 29) - Los Angeles, California, U.S. Occupations: Actor, singer Years active: 2019–present Partner(s): Maddie Simpson (2016–present; engaged) Parents: Jermaine Jackson, Alejandra Oaziaza Family: Jackson

Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson was born on July 25, 1996 in Los Angeles. He is the son of Jermaine Jackson of the Jackson family and Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza, who was born in Bogotá, Colombia. Through both of his parents, he has 11 siblings–nine brothers and two sisters.

In 2015, Jaafar Jackson was a main cast member in the filming of his family's reality show Living with the Jacksons. He has covered songs by Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye; in 2019 released his first single, "Got Me Singing". The single is associated with a full‑length, unreleased album titled Famous, which was intended to coincide with the release of "Got Me Singing" around 2019–2020 but not issued owing to rejections from record labels, the termination of his partnership with NASGO, and his focus on acting. He appeared in Jackson-related projects, including The Jacksons: Next Generation and the music video for Tito Jackson's 2021 single "Love One Another". According to Empire, he "established a social media presence as a talented singer and dancer".

After a two-year casting process, it was confirmed in December 2023 that Jackson had been cast in the lead role of Michael Jackson in Michael, a biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua and distributed by Lionsgate in the United States and by Universal Pictures internationally. Michael's mother and Jackson's grandmother, Katherine Jackson, expressed approval of the casting, stating that he "embodies" her son. Jackson wrote on his personal Instagram that he was "humbled and honored" to be chosen for the role. Principal photography began on November 27, 2023, in Los Angeles. Footage of Jackson on set appeared online shortly afterward. Michael was released in April 2026. Its $217 million opening made it the highest‑grossing ever debut for a biographical film. Though the film divided reviewers and audiences, receiving mixed reviews, Jackson's performance was acclaimed by critics. Jackson was honored during a Michael ceremony in Gary, Indiana. He received the key to the city from Mayor Eddie Melton on April 13, 2026, after a special hometown screening of the film. Jackson said he was grateful.

Jackson has a younger brother, Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson (born 2000), in addition to several half-siblings from his parents' previous relationships. One of his half-brothers, Jermaine LaJaune "Jay" Jackson Jr. (born January 27, 1977), portrayed their father in the 1992 miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream, a biographical film about the Jackson family. Jaafar said he is inspired by his musical family, as well as by Frank Sinatra and Stevie Wonder.

In early 2010, when he was 13, Jaafar Jackson's family was investigated by police and child protection officers in Encino, Los Angeles, after he purchased a stun gun online. Jackson and Maddie Simpson have been dating since mid-2016, and the two are engaged.

He starred as Michael Jackson in ‘Michael’ in 2026.