Skai Jackson, beloved by fans for her role as Zuri Ross on the Disney Channel hit Jessie, has announced that she is expecting her first child. The 22-year-old actress shared her excitement exclusively with People magazine, expressing her joy about this new phase of her life. “I’m thrilled to begin this new chapter in my life — embracing motherhood and diving into new acting projects,” Jackson said. “My heart is so full!”
While Jackson has not publicly revealed the identity of her boyfriend and father of the child, her announcement was met with warm wishes from fans and friends alike. The actress, known for her career on Disney and her advocacy for positive messaging, sees her pregnancy as a continuation of her personal and professional growth.
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This news follows Jackson’s recent brush with the law. In August, she was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery following an incident at Universal Studios Hollywood. According to reports, theme park security alerted authorities after Jackson allegedly pushed her boyfriend multiple times. After reviewing surveillance footage, police took her into custody, where she was later released without further incident. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that no injuries were reported, and Jackson was described as “the primary aggressor” in the altercation.
In a recent interview, Jackson discussed the pressures of being a role model. “At the end of the day, I look at myself as a regular person that people just happen to like or enjoy,” she shared. “It’s very important for me to put out the right message, be positive at all times, and give my fans great advice. I want them to know that anything they want to do in life, they can achieve it.”
As Jackson embarks on this new journey into motherhood, she continues her work in Hollywood, with her latest role in The Man in the White Van, a 2023 thriller directed by Warren Skeels. This next chapter promises to be a transformative one for the actress, balancing both her career and new role as a mother
