All About Jaafar Jackson's Parents, Jermaine Jackson and Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza

Mar. 15, 2025

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Jaafar Jacksoncomes from a very famous family.

The 27-year-old actor, who isMichael Jackson’s nephew, is slated toplay the King of Popina new biopic.

Jaafar was selected for the role after a worldwide casting search was conducted, of which producer Graham King said, “It was clear that he is the only person to take on this role.”

As filming for the project kicked off,the first look of Jaafar in characterwas shared in February 2024, in which he bearsan uncanny resemblance to his late uncle.

Though the film will mark Jaafar’s acting debut, he is no stranger to the spotlight. As the son of Jermaine Jackson of theJackson 5and Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza, he developed a passion for performing at a young age and has appeared in a number of family-oriented projects over the years, including 2015’sThe Jacksons: Next Generation.

Here’s everything to know about Jaafar’s parents.

Jermaine rose to fame with The Jackson 5

Tito, Jackie, Michael, Jermaine and Marlon Jackson of Jackson 5.Fin Costello/Redferns

Fin Costello/Redferns

Jermaine is the fourth eldest child of Joe and Katherine Jackson and the older brother of Michael Jackson. He was one of the original members of the Jackson Brothers in 1964 alongside his brothers Tito, Jermaine and Jackie, before the group was renamed the Jackson 5 to include Marlon and Michael in 1966.

Jermaine was with the Jackson 5 from 1964 to 1975 as a second vocalist and bass player. He later rejoined the group in 1983 as they rebranded to the Jacksons.

In addition to having incredible success with his brothers in the Jackson 5, including receiving a star on theHollywood Walk of Fameand being inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Jermaine also had success as a solo artist in the 1980s, including a Grammy nomination for his album 1980 albumLet’s Get Seriousand various top 30 hits on the Billboard charts. He also produced music for other artists, including Switch andWhitney Houston’s debut album.

Alejandra is a fashion designer

Alejandra, who originally hails from Colombia, is a fashion designer. After graduating from UCLA with a degree in fashion design and marketing, she created her company Alejandra Jackson Designs, which translates “the Colombian and Peruvian cultures of textiles into an array of handmade designs,”per her LinkedIn.

Jermaine was married once before his relationship with Alejandra

Jermaine Jackson in Madrid in January 2018.Samuel de Roman/WireImage

Samuel de Roman/WireImage

Jermaine was previously married to Motown founder Berry Gordy’s daughter, Hazel Gordy. The couple was together from 1973 to 1988, during which they welcomed three children: Jermaine La Jaune “Jay” Jackson Jr. born in January 1977, Autumn Joi Jackson born in June 1978 and Jaimy Jermaine Jackson born in March 1987.

Jermaine was also in a relationship with producer Margaret Maldonado, with whom he welcomed two more children: sons Jeremy Maldonado Jackson born in December 1986 and Jourdynn Michael Jackson born in January 1989.

Alejandra previously dated Jermaine’s brother

Before getting together with Jermaine, Alejandra was in a relationship with his younger brother Randy. The couple met in 1986, when she was about 17 and Randy was 24, and dated for several years, perThe New York Post.

Though they never tied the knot, they did welcome two children together, a daughter named Genevieve Katherine Jackson born in 1989 and a son named Steven Randall Jackson, Jr. born in 1992.

Jermaine and Alejandra got married in 1995

The couple tied the knot on March 18, 1995, and were together for over eight years beforeJermaine filed for divorce in 2004. Their divorce was eventually finalized in 2008 as Alejandra was granted physical custody of their children and Jermaine was ordered to pay $3,000 a month in child support,TMZ reportedat the time.

Jermaine and Alejandra share two children together

Donte Jackson, Jaafar Jackson, Alejandra Jackson, Genevieve Jackson, Jermajesty Jackson and Randy Jackson Jr. at Living With The Jacksons panel.Araya Diaz/Getty

Araya Diaz/Getty

During their marriage, Jermaine and Alejandra welcomed two children together, Jaafar Jeremiah Jackson born in July 1996 and Jermajesty Jermaine Jackson born in October 2000. Alejandra also raised Donte Jackson, the adopted son of Katherine and Joe Jackson,per Deadline.

As Randy and Alejandra’s daughter Genevieve explained their family situation inthe show’s trailer, she joked, “That might seem a little strange for people, but thank God it was in the family."

Though the show was later scrapped, a handful of them appeared on the 2015 reality seriesThe Jacksons: Next Generation.

Jermaine got remarried after divorcing Alejandra

The filing, which listed their date of separation as Nov. 28, 2015,per E! News, came after Halima was arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of domestic violence in 2015. She was not charged and the case was later closed,TMZ reportedat the time.

“We have enjoyed many good times during our marriage of nearly 12 years, but we have reached a point where our lives would be better and more productive if we are not married. I respect and care for Jermaine and his legendary family, and feel blessed to have been a part of the Jacksons,” the statement continued.

Jermaine has attended many events alongside Jaafar

Halima Jackson, Jermajesty Jackson, Jaafar Jackson and Jermaine Jackson pose with the Michael Jackson Experience at Madame Tussauds in June 2011 in Hollywood.John M. Heller/Getty

John M. Heller/Getty

Jaafar and Jermajesty also paid tribute to their uncle in June 2011 as Jermaine helped unveil The Michael Jackson Experience at Madame Tussauds in Hollywood.

source: people.com