Skai Jackson
Biography
Skai Jackson is an American actress born on April 8, 2002, in New York City, New York, USA. She began acting at the age of five, making her debut in the film Liberty Kid in 2007. Jackson is known for her roles in the Disney Channel sitcoms Jessie and Bunk'd, as well as her voice work in the Marvel Rising series and DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders. She has also released a book titled Reach for the Skai: How to Inspire, Empower, and Clapback in 2019. Jackson's acting credits include over 40 known roles.
Career overview
Skai Jackson began her acting career at the age of five, making her debut in the film Liberty Kid in 2007. She is best known for her role in the Disney Channel sitcom Jessie, which she played from 2011 to 2015. Jackson also reprised her role in the show's sequel, Bunk'd, from 2015 to 2018.
In addition to her work on Jessie and Bunk'd, Jackson has provided voice acting for several animated series, including Marvel Rising, where she voiced Glory Grant from 2018 to 2019, and DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders, where she voiced Summer from 2019 to 2022. Jackson has also appeared in various other films and television shows, although specific details about these roles are not provided.
Jackson's acting credits include over 40 roles, according to her profile on The Movie Database. Her early start in the entertainment industry and her subsequent success in television and film have established her as a prominent figure in the acting world.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
41 titles- Streamer University (2025) as Student
- The Man in the White Van (2024) as Patty Tolliver
- Sheroes (2023) as Daisy
- Big Boss (2023) as Young Keke
- The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022) as Self
- Dragons Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky (2021) as Summer (voice)
- Muppets Haunted Mansion (2021) as Singing Bust
- Stars in the House (2020) as Self
- Dragons: Rescue Riders: Hunt for the Golden Dragon (2020) as Summer (voice)
- Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing (2020) as Summer (voice)
- Dragons: Rescue Riders: Huttsgalor Holiday (2020) as Summer (voice)
- A Black Lady Sketch Show (2019) as Ceecee
- Dragons: Rescue Riders (2019) as Summer (voice)
- Marvel Rising: Chasing Ghosts (2019) as Gloria Grant
- Marvel Rising: Battle of the Bands (2019) as Gloria
- Marvel Rising: Operation Shuri (2019) as Gloria Grant (voice)
- Marvel Rising: Initiation (2018) as Gloria Grant (voice)
- BUNK'D: Learning the Ropes (2015) as Zuri Ross
- K.C. Undercover (2015) as Zuri Ross
- My Dad's a Soccer Mom (2014) as Lacy Casey
- Bubble Guppies: Animals Everywhere (2014)
- Radio Disney Music Awards (2013) as Self
- G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013) as Roadblock's Daughter (uncredited)
- The Watsons Go to Birmingham (2013) as Joetta
- Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man (2012) as Zuri Ross (voice)
- Bubble Guppies (2012) as Little Fish (voice)
- Austin & Jessie & Ally All Star New Year (2012) as Zuri Ross
- Jessie (2011) as Zuri Ross
- Bubble Guppies (2011) as Little Fish
- Bubble Guppies (2011) as Little Fish (voice)
- Austin & Ally (2011) as Zuri Ross
- The Smurfs (2011) as Kicking Girl
- Arthur (2011) as Library Girl #1
- Good Luck Charlie (2010) as Zuri Ross
- Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil (2010)
- Team Umizoomi (2010)
- Royal Pains (2009) as Maddie Phillips
- The Rebound (2009) as Museum Little Girl #1
- Liberty Kid (2007) as Destiny (Age 3)
- Dancing with the Stars (2005) as Self - Contestant
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Skai Jackson best known for?
Skai Jackson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022), Dragons Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky (2021), Muppets Haunted Mansion (2021), Stars in the House (2020).
When and where was Skai Jackson born?
Skai Jackson was born on April 8, 2002 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Skai Jackson have?
Skai Jackson has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2003 to 2025.
What is Skai Jackson's background in cinema and television?
Skai Jackson is an American actress born on April 8, 2002, in New York City, New York, USA. She began acting at the age of five, making her debut in the film Liberty Kid in 2007. Jackson is known for her roles in the Disney Channel sitcoms Jessie and Bunk'd, as well as her voice work in the Marvel Rising series and Dre...