Former Disney Channel star Skai Jackson has announced she is expecting her first child, a revelation that has fans buzzing with excitement. At 22, the Jessie actress shared the news in a heartfelt statement to People on Nov. 12, saying, “I’m thrilled to begin this new chapter in my life—embracing motherhood and diving into new acting projects. My heart is so full!”
Disney Alum Skai Jackson Shares Joyful News with Fans
Jackson’s recent announcement comes amid her continued rise in Hollywood and shortly after sparking pregnancy rumors during a public outing in Los Angeles. Photos showed the Bunk’d star in a white flannel shirt and gray shorts, resting her hand on her stomach—a gesture that left fans speculating about her potential pregnancy. Her pregnancy debut photos now confirm the news, with Jackson posing confidently in a chic half-shirt over a white bandeau, light-wash jeans, and a cheetah-print purse. The photos highlight her baby bump and the actress’s beaming joy as she embarks on this next chapter.
Jackson also credits her mother, Kiya Cole, as a source of inspiration and stability. “She’s always kept me humble,” Jackson shared in an interview with E! News earlier this year. “When you have that great support system, you cannot go wrong.” Jackson’s mother stood proudly by her side during her pregnancy announcement, showing their close-knit relationship.
With motherhood on the horizon, Jackson isn’t stepping back from her career. She is set to star in The Man in the White Van, a horror-thriller directed by Warren Skeels, scheduled to release on Dec. 13. Speaking about her love for the horror genre, Jackson explained, “I used to watch Chucky and Freddy Krueger… When this audition came across, I was like, ‘Oh my god, I just have to!’”
As she prepares to juggle new roles both on and off the screen, Jackson reflects on her journey from Disney star to expectant mother, grateful for her career and support system. Her fans, friends, and former Disney family continue to cheer her on, eager to see her in this exciting new role of motherhood.