Skai Jackson Celebrates Her African-Honduran Heritage: Embracing Identity and Pride in Diversity

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Skai Jackson, at 4 feet 11 inches (149.9 cm), tweeted in February 2021 that she’s proud of being Honduran. “Latina isn’t a race… how are you gonna tell me I’m not Honduran? I 100% am. If you’re racist just say that,” she wrote.

Of mixed ethnicity, her background encompasses both African-American and African-Honduran heritage. Born in Staten Island, New York City, on April 8, 2002, she has familial ties to the island of Roatán, located off the coast of Honduras, where her recent ancestors, who are black, hail from.

This diverse heritage contributes to her unique identity, combining elements of African-American culture with her African-Honduran roots. Skai is well-known for her work as an actress, with notable roles in television shows such as “Jessie” and “Bunk’d,” as well as voice performances in several animated series and movies.

Her maternal lineage includes her grandmother, Christine Cole, and great-grandparents, Archie Thomas and Alean/Halean Ricks, indicating a rich family history contributing to her mixed ethnic background.

Fashion Forward: Skai Jackson’s Red Carpet Moments

Skai Jackson, who turned 21 on April 8, 2023, looked stunning at the 2023 ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards in a pink gown by For Love & Lemons.

Skai Jackson makes a grand entrance in a Miriam ruffle maxi dress by For Love & Lemons at the Essence 16th Annual Black Women In Hollywood AwardsSkai Jackson makes a grand entrance in a Miriam ruffle maxi dress by For Love & Lemons at the Essence 16th Annual Black Women In Hollywood Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 9, 2023, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Skai Jackson’s pink For Love & Lemons Miriam maxi dress features structured shoulders that add sophistication. The fitted bodice features several strategically placed cutouts, creating an alluring and edgy look.

The dress transitions into a full skirt, adding drama and elegance to the ensemble. She also wowed onlookers with her fashion-forward ensemble for the premiere of John Wick: Chapter 4 in Los Angeles.

The Disney star effortlessly combined a metallic top with a black skirt, creating a stylish and eye-catching look.

Skai Jackson, who measures 4ft 11 (149.9 cm), flaunts her legs in a black skirt at the Premiere Of Lionsgate's "John Wick: Chapter 4"Skai Jackson, who measures 4ft 11 (149.9 cm), flaunts her legs in a black skirt at the Premiere Of Lionsgate’s “John Wick: Chapter 4” at TCL Chinese Theatre on March 20, 2023, in Hollywood, California (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)

Skai Jackson Impresses With Age-Appropriate Outfit at AFI Fest

While Skai Jackson shocked us at the 2016 Kids’ Choice Awards, we were happy to see the then-14-year-old actress wear an age-appropriate outfit at the AFI Fest screening of ‘La La Land’ at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.

Skai Jackson has already established herself as a style icon and emphasizes the importance of fun accessoriesSkai Jackson has already established herself as a style icon and emphasizes the importance of fun accessories (Credit: WENN / FayesVision / Nicky Nelson)

The talented young actress, who at the time was starring in the Disney channel series ‘Bunk’d,’ donned a crochet sequin mini dress from Manoush and a stunning pair of ‘Tyne’ sandals from Jimmy Choo.

Skai Jackson radiated beauty in a sequin crochet a-line midi dress by Manoush, which showcased her impeccable sense of styleSkai Jackson radiated beauty in a sequin crochet a-line midi dress by Manoush, which showcased her impeccable sense of style (Credit: WENN / FayesVision / Nicky Nelson)

Offering a modern update to the classic platform sandal, ‘Tyne’ from Jimmy Choo uses a smaller platform while maintaining a cushioned sole.

Skai Jackson's choice of attire and accessories demonstrated her fashion-forward approach at the AFI Fest screening of the movie 'La La Land'Skai Jackson’s choice of attire and accessories demonstrated her fashion-forward approach at the AFI Fest screening of the movie ‘La La Land’ at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on November 15, 2016 (Credit: WENN / FayesVision / Nicky Nelson)

The upper consists of straps of different sizes draping around the foot, combining lamé glitter with metallic nappa for a contemporary feel.

Skai Jackson wearing gold lamé glitter and metallic nappa sandalsSkai Jackson wearing gold lamé glitter and metallic nappa sandals (Credit: WENN / FayesVision / Nicky Nelson)

The heel height measures 120mm/4.7 inches with a 10mm/0.4-inch platform.

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