Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson was born on July 25,1996 and is an American singer, dancer, and actor.
13 Facts About Jaafar Jackson
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Jaafar Jackson is a son of Jermaine Jackson and Alejandra Genevieve.
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Jaafar Jackson released his debut single "Got Me Singing" in 2019.
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Jaafar Jackson will make his film debut by portraying his uncle, Michael Jackson, in the upcoming film Michael.
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Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson was born in Los Angeles on July 25,1996.
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Jaafar Jackson's father is Jermaine Jackson of the Jackson family and his mother is Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza, who previously dated Randy Jackson.
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Jaafar Jackson started singing and dancing at the age of 12.
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Jaafar Jackson had aspirations to become a professional golf player.
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Jaafar Jackson appeared in Jackson-related projects including The Jacksons: Next Generation and Tito Jackson music video "Love One Another" in 2021.
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Michael's mother Katherine Jaafar Jackson was quoted as approving of the casting, saying he "embodies" her son.
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Jaafar Jackson himself wrote on his personal Instagram account that he was "humbled and honoured" to be cast in the role.
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Jaafar Jackson said he is inspired by his musical family, as well as artists like Bruno Mars, Frank Sinatra, and Stevie Wonder.
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In 2010, when he was thirteen, Jaafar Jackson's family was investigated by police and child protection officers in Encino, Los Angeles after he purchased a stun gun online.