Who is Bigi Jackson?
Prince Michael “Bigi” Jackson II is an American filmmaker and media personality and the youngest child of pop star Michael Jackson. After growing up largely out of the public eye, he has started building his own career as a screenwriter and director.
Early life and background
Bigi Jackson was born in 2002 in La Mesa, California, and grew up with his older siblings, Prince and Paris, mainly at the Neverland Ranch. As a young child he was known in the media by the nickname “Blanket”. After his father died in 2009, he was raised under the guardianship of his grandmother, Katherine Jackson, and later his cousin TJ Jackson. In 2015 he began going by the name “Bigi”.
Education
He was home-schooled at first and later attended The Buckley School, a private college-preparatory school in Sherman Oaks, California.
Career highlights
- Film debut: wrote and directed the short film Rochelles (2024).
- Festival recognition: Rochelles premiered at the Santa Monica Film Festival and won the award for Best Drama.
Expertise and interests
Jackson has focused on storytelling and filmmaking, choosing to work behind the camera rather than follow his father into music.
Public profile
For most of his life he avoided interviews and media appearances. In recent years he has become more visible through his creative work, while still keeping much of his personal life private.
Lessons
Growing up with one of the most famous surnames in the world, Jackson has chosen a path of his own. His early success shows how starting small, with a short film, can open doors in a competitive industry.
Timeline: key moments
- 2002Born in La Mesa, California
- 2009His father, Michael Jackson, dies
- 2015Begins using the name Bigi
- 2024Writes and directs Rochelles, which wins Best Drama
Bigi Jackson is stepping out of a famous family’s shadow to tell his own stories as a filmmaker.
