Jaafar Jackson
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| Born | Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson July 25, 1996 |
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| 📆 Years active | 2017–present |
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Jaafar Jackson (born July 25, 1996) is an American actor, singer and dancer. He is the seventh child of Jermaine Jackson and Alejandra Loaiza. Nephew of Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson. He is set to make his acting debut portraying his uncle Michael in a biopic about his life by Lionsgate.
Life and career
1998–2009: Early life
Jackson was born on July 25, 1996. As a child Jackson aspired to be a Professional golfer. Jackson learned to play the piano at the age of 12 and would go and write and compose his own music at an early age. Jaafar recalled performing the Jackson 5’s 'Touch' in his living room and his interest for music growing from there.[1] He has said that music is what he was born into and that he hoped to forge his own identity: "The more music I release with time, and the more I tour the world, people will be able to recognize me for who I am and what I create."[2]
In 2010 at the age of 13, Jackson faced tabloid scrutiny after he purchased s stun gun online and that he allegedly chased his nephews with it, which the family said is not true. Jaafar said that he purchased it as a surprise gift to his dad. Jaafar said the box came "and I tested it on a piece of paper - then I put it back in the box that it came with and put it in the drawer then the security came and took it."[3]
2017-: Career beginnings
In 2017, Jackson made his stage debut with his younger brother and his father Jermaine at an Christmas event in Netherlands singing "The Christmas Song".[4] Jackson made his solo artist stage debut in 2018 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood performing a set of four songs. In 2019 he released his first single and music video with the song 'Got Me Singing'.[5] Jackson planned to release his first album titled 'Famous' in 2020z , along with his second single titled 'Confused'. But the album was cancelled for undisclosed reason, while the song was released and later withdrawned from all streaming services.[6][7]
On January 30, 2023, Jaafar Jackson was set to portray Jackson.[8][9] Saying "I’m humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael’s story to life. To all the fans all over the world, I’ll see you soon."[10]
Personal life
Jackson is half black and half colombian.[11]
Discography
Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Got Me Singing" | 2019 | N/A |
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
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| TBA | Michael | Michael Jackson |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2010 | The Oprah Winfrey Show | Himself | Talk show, 1 episode |
| 2015 | The Jacksons: Next Generation | Himself | Reality, 1 episode |
| 2020 | Unfiltered: Paris Jackson & Gabriel Glenn | Himself(Archive footage) | Reality, 1 episode |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Artist | Role |
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| 2019 | "Got Me Singing" | Jaafar Jackson | Himself |
| 2021 | "Love One Another" | Tito Jackson | Himself |
References
- ↑ https://people.com/movies/all-about-jaafar-jackson-michael-jackson-nephew/
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2023/01/31/jaafar-jackson-michael-jackson-nephew-biopic/
- ↑ "Jermaine & Jaafar Jackson Open Up About Stun Gun Incident | Access Online". Access.
- ↑ Smith, Ryan (January 31, 2023). "Nephew playing Michael Jackson in biopic sings just like him in viral clip". Newsweek.
- ↑ "Jaafar Jackson Breaks Down The Meaning Of "Got Me Singing"". Genius.
- ↑ "Who is Jaafar Jackson? Michael Jackson's nephew set to play King of Pop in biopic revealed". Smooth.
- ↑ "Jaafar Jackson - Confused (File, , 2020) For Sale | Discogs". www.discogs.com.
- ↑ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/michael-jackson-nephew-jaafar-jackson-biopic/
- ↑ https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64482522
- ↑ Rubin, Rebecca (January 30, 2023). "Michael Jackson's Nephew Jaafar to Star in Biopic 'Michael'". Variety. Retrieved January 30, 2023.
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3Mttz7PyFI&ab_channel=FrontRowLiveEnt.
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