Former Disney Star Skai Jackson Has a New, Controversial Boyfriend
Skai was previously linked to Solange's son, Julez.
Updated Nov. 21 2024, 1:58 p.m. ET
Actress Skai Jackson landed her first-ever role in a 2007 drama titled Liberty Kid, and she hasn't slowed down since.
The former child actress landed roles in Disney shows like Jessie or Bunk'd, where she played Zuri Ross. A career-driven person, Skai has kept quiet about her personal life for the most part.
However, in November, Skai announced she was pregnant with her first child with boyfriend Deondre Burgin.
Unfortunately, many of her fans are worried about her latest relationship. Here is everything you need to know about her current boyfriend and her dating history.
Who is Skai Jackson dating?
Skai, 22, is taking things to the next level with her current boyfriend Deondre Burgin, 25.
"I’m thrilled to begin this new chapter in my life — embracing motherhood and diving into new acting projects. My heart is so full," she told People, announcing her pregnancy.
Despite the exciting news, Skai's boyfriend has a controversial past. Just one day after Skai announced her pregnancy, Deondre was arrested for attempting to evade arrest — and violating parole.
In August 2024, Skai herself was arrested at Universal CityWalk for misdemeanor domestic violence in an incident involving Deondre. According to TMZ, witnesses saw Skai push her boyfriend more than once amid a heated argument.
It has also been reported that Skai and Deondre met while he was behind bars. Deondre, who goes by Yerkky Yerkky on social media, allegedly wrote, "On wopp I’m salty I got this dumb a-- Disney Channel b---- pregnant I hate this h--," however both Skai and her mother, Kiya Cole, claimed his account was hacked.
Who has Skai Jackson dated in the past?
In 2019, she was rumored to date a then-22-year-old rapper named Lil Keed (aka Raqhid Jevon Render).
The potential fling garnered mixed responses from fans. Lil Keed's baby mama, Quana Bandz, reportedly started a feud with Skai as a result.
Lil Keed and Julez Smith.
Skai Jackson and Solange's son Julez Smith were reportedly once an item.
There's little information available on when Skai started spending time with Solange's son Julez. They never made public appearances, and it's uncertain whether they were in a relationship.
Regardless, many Twitter users argued that Julez was likely the person who leaked the mature video with Skai. Additional alleged screenshots indicate that the stars parted ways on bad terms.
Julez might have spoken less than favorably about his ex-partner at least once, a now-deleted unverified screenshot of his leaked DMs suggests.
"F--- no," he reportedly responded to a question about whether he and Skai are still on speaking terms. "I f----- her good and got her addicted and then left her ... It's complicated," he reportedly wrote in a group chat.
He also allegedly claimed that they split because Skai cheated on him.
Although she hasn't addressed the controversy directly, some believe that one of Skai's tweets might have been about Julez. "Put positive thoughts into your heart, it'll change your DNA," Skai posted on Jan. 18, 2021.
Some fans took to Twitter to defend the Disney star and condemn Julez for potentially leaking the video, while others condemned Skai for allegedly engaging in sexual activities with a minor, as she is 18 and Julez is 16.
"Skai is 18 so that means she isn't counted as a minor. The boy is 16-17 SOOO," tweeted a person.
