Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson is an American singer, dancer, and actor. Son of Jermaine Jackson, he launched his music career with the debut single "Got Me Singing" in 2019. He is set to portray his uncle, Michael Jackson, in the biographical film *Michael* (2026), marking his entry into acting.
13 hours ago : Jaafar Jackson Appears as Special Guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live Hosted by Colman Domingo
Actor Jaafar Jackson makes a special guest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, with Colman Domingo serving as guest host for the episode during the week of July 20, 2026.
January 27, 1977: Birth of Jermaine LaJuane "Jay" Jackson Jr.
On January 27, 1977, Jermaine LaJuane "Jay" Jackson Jr. was born. He is one of Jaafar's half-brothers.
1992: Jermaine LaJuane "Jay" Jackson Jr. Portrays Jermaine Jackson in Miniseries
In 1992, Jaafar Jackson's half-brother, Jermaine LaJuane "Jay" Jackson Jr., portrayed their father Jermaine in the miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream.
July 25, 1996: Jaafar Jackson Born
On July 25, 1996, Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson was born. He is the son of Jermaine Jackson and later became a singer, dancer, and actor.
2000: Birth of Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson
In 2000, Jaafar Jackson's younger brother, Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson, was born.
2010: Family Investigation
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.
2015: Main Cast Member in Reality Show
In 2015, Jaafar Jackson was a main cast member in the filming of his family's reality show, Living with the Jacksons.
2019: Debut Single Release
In 2019, Jaafar Jackson released his debut single, "Got Me Singing".
2021: Appearance in Jackson-Related Projects
In 2021, Jaafar Jackson appeared in Jackson-related projects including The Jacksons: Next Generation and Tito Jackson music video "Love One Another".
November 27, 2023: Principal Photography Begins
On November 27, 2023, principal photography began for the Michael Jackson biopic in Los Angeles, California, starring Jaafar Jackson.
December 2023: Casting as Michael Jackson Confirmed
In December 2023, after a two-year casting process, it was confirmed that Jaafar Jackson was cast in the lead role of his uncle Michael Jackson in an upcoming biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua.
2026: Film Debut as Michael Jackson
In 2026, Jaafar Jackson is set to make his film debut by portraying his uncle, Michael Jackson, in the upcoming film Michael.
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