Who is Jaafar Jackson's Girlfriend? They've Been Dating for 10 Years!
Jaafar Jackson is playing his late uncle Michael Jackson in the new movie Michael and he has had the support of his longtime girlfriend during the press
www.justjared.comHere’s what’s known about Jaafar Jackson’s girlfriend status as of 2026.
- There are multiple reports confirming Jaafar Jackson has been in a long-term relationship with Maddie Simpson since around 2016, with public appearances together at events and premieres. These sources frequently describe Simpson as his girlfriend and, in some articles, as fiancée, reflecting ongoing public visibility of the couple.[1][2][4][5]
- Coverage around the release of Jaafar’s biopic Michael in 2026 has continued to highlight Simpson’s support and their long-term partnership, reinforcing the narrative that they have been together for years.[2][5]
- A few outlets summarize the relationship status as Jaafar being in a committed relationship with Maddie Simpson, sometimes noting engagement rumors or discussions around their future, though explicit confirmation of marriage was not consistently established across sources.[4][5][2]
Illustration: Maddie Simpson is presented in recent coverage as Jaafar Jackson’s partner, with ongoing public appearances and social-media signals tying them together since mid-2010s, including appearances at events related to Jaafar’s acting debut.[5][1][2]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent articles and summarize any updates, including any statements from Jaafar or Maddie about their relationship status. The latest news tends to emphasize their long-term partnership rather than new developments.
Citations:
- Jaafar Jackson dating Maddie Simpson since 2016 and public appearances[1]
- Jaafar Jackson’s girlfriend status and engagement mentions around 2026 coverage[2]
- Additional context on relationship and public support[5]