Michael Jackson’s Nephew Jaafar Jackson’s 10-Year Romance With Maddie Simpson Sets Relationship Goals

Morning Honey Staff Sat, August 1, 2026 at 2:15 PM UTC

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Jaafar and Maddie have been together for nearly ten years. (Image Credit: @JaafarJFanClub/X)

King of Pop Michael Jackson‘s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, has earned widespread acclaim for portraying his late uncle in the biographical film Michael.

The way he transformed himself to play the iconic singer and his dance moves, vocal tones, and subtle stage mannerisms impressed both critics and fans.

However, as Michael generated massive buzz, public attention quickly shifted toward Jaafar’s personal life off the screen.

Meet Jaafar Jackson’s Fiancée Maddie Simpson

Apart from the massive praise Jaafar received for his performance in the film, he received intense public focus on his relationship with his long-time partner and fiancée, Maddie Simpson.

During the film’s promotional tour and red-carpet premieres, the young actor graced the events with his partner by his side.

The couple first met as teenagers in Los Angeles even before the singer and actor landed his leading role. Their romance officially began in 2016, even before he entered the Hollywood spotlight.

They made their public debut as a couple at a 2018 tribute event honoring Quincy Jones. After dating for nearly eight years, the two got engaged in 2024.

Simpson has constantly supported Jaafar throughout his intense preparation for the role and has publicly praised his dedication, focus, and hard work.

What Does Maddie Do and How Is Her Equation With the Jacksons?

Maddie is a famous singer and songwriter and specializes in soul and R&B music, per CSP Times.

She mostly draws inspiration from classic icons like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Lionel Richie. She has also released tracks like Love Me Loud and Woulda Never.

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With her work, she has also collaborated with big producers like Harvey Mason Jr.

Spending so much time together, Simpson has formed a close bond with the members of theJackson family. She attends the family gatherings, celebrations, and milestone events alongside Jaafar and his relatives.

Fans Weigh in on Maddie and Jaafar Jackson’s Relationship

During the promotional tour of Michael in Japan, Maddie and Jaafar turned heads on the red carpet with their fashion choices. While Simpson stunned in a striking red gown, Jaafar wore a classic black blazer ensemble.

Despite their stylish appearance, photos and videos shared from the event sparked mixed reactions among fans online. Many accused Simpson of stealing the spotlight from her fiancé.

One critic commented, “Why is Miss Tel Aviv taking his moment of recognition? Not a good trait.”

Another shared a harsh take, writing, “But what are you talking about, Jaafar drags her everywhere, the ridiculous one got herself there by sticking her nose in, those photos are for the people from the movie, she sticks herself in all the photos because she’s a frustrated artist.”

Slamming the scrutiny, one fan wrote, “It’s an old carpet tactic to say something to the person you pose w/for a candid/love shot. She said nothing basically. He’s holding her tight cause his fan base has been showing out & he’s telling y’all she is going nowhere. She wore red to make that statement, too.”

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