Brandon T. Jackson Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Height, Parents

Brandon Timothy Jackson, commonly known as Brandon T. Jackson, is an American actor and comedian celebrated for his energetic performances in films like Tropic Thunder and the Percy Jackson series, where he brought humor and heart to roles such as the satirical rapper Alpa Chino and the loyal satyr Grover Underwood.

Emerging from Detroit’s vibrant comedy scene, he has balanced stand-up specials with supporting turns in blockbusters, earning a Black Reel Award for his breakout in Roll Bounce and building a reputation for blending sharp wit with relatable charm that resonates across generations.

Profile

• Full Name: Brandon Timothy Jackson
• Stage Name: Brandon T. Jackson
• Born: 7 March, 1984
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Comedian
• Height: 1.70m
• Parents: Beverly Yvonne Bozeman and Wayne Timothy Jackson
• Siblings: 6
• Spouse: Denise Marie Xavier
• Girlfriends: Annette Ngozi Ilonzeh (ex)
• Children: 4
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Brandon Timothy Jackson was born on March 7, 1984, in Detroit, Michigan, to Beverly Yvonne Bozeman, a pastor, and Wayne Timothy Jackson, a bishop at Great Faith Ministries International.

He grew up as one of seven siblings in a devout Pentecostal household, where his maternal grandfather, Royal Titus Bozeman, had been a renowned child preacher known as the “Boy Wonder.”

Jackson attended West Bloomfield High School, excelling as the class clown through talent shows and church youth performances, but he left college early to chase his comedy dreams in Los Angeles.

His ethnicity is African-American, and he practices Christianity, deeply influenced by his family’s religious roots.

Career

Brandon T. Jackson kicked off his career in his mid-teens with local Detroit gigs, interning at radio stations like 93.1 FM before landing extra roles in films such as Ali and 8 Mile in 2001.

By 18, he had relocated to Los Angeles, honing his stand-up at the Laugh Factory and opening for comics like Wayne Brady and Chris Tucker, while performing on BET’s ComicView and Showtime at the Apollo.

His screen breakthrough arrived in 2005 as Junior in the coming-of-age roller-skate drama Roll Bounce, a role that showcased his charisma and earned him the Black Reel Award for Breakthrough Performance, launching him into Hollywood’s spotlight.

Jackson’s momentum built through diverse supporting parts, including the over-the-top rapper Alpa Chino in Ben Stiller’s 2008 satire Tropic Thunder, which highlighted his improvisational flair alongside stars like Robert Downey Jr., and Trent Pierce in the 2011 family comedy Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son, reprising the stepson dynamic from the franchise’s earlier entries.

He stepped into fantasy with Grover Underwood in Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010), a protector satyr that demanded physical comedy and emotional nuance, leading to a sequel in 2013.

Television stints followed, like the hapless ghost Rufus “Roofie” Jones in Hulu’s Deadbeat (2014–2016) and the lead teacher Ben Robinson in NBC’s short-lived Mr. Robinson (2015), where he infused music and mishaps into classroom chaos.

Jackson’s versatility shines in recent projects like the recurring underwear model Corduroy in Netflix’s Resident Evil (2022) and his dual role as star and producer in the urban drama Trap City (2023), drawing from personal growth to craft authentic stories.

He also joined BET+’s The Family Business: New Orleans (2025) as a key player in the crime saga, blending tension with his signature levity.

His stand-up endures through tours and the upcoming special tied to his website, while independent films and a docu-series on comedy, Living With Funny (2017), reflect his shift toward producing voices from underrepresented worlds, leaving a mark on comedy that prioritizes heart over headlines.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @brandontjackson
• Facebook Handle: Brandon T Jackson
• Twitter Handle: @brandontjackson

Personal Life

Brandon T. Jackson married Denise Marie Xavier in a private ceremony, and the couple shares four children whose names are not publicly known.

He was previously linked to actress Annette Ngozi Ilonzeh in the early 2010s, a romance that ended amicably amid his rising fame.

Filmography

• Roll Bounce (2005)
• Tropic Thunder (2008)
• Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
• Lottery Ticket (2010)
• Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son (2011)
• Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters (2013)
• Thunderstruck (2012)
• Get a Job (2013)
• Eloise (2017)
• Trap City (2023)

Net Worth

Brandon T. Jackson has an estimated net worth of $6 million.

His finances draw from standout film salaries in hits like Tropic Thunder and the Percy Jackson franchise, comedy tours, and production credits on projects such as Trap City, with stand-up specials and endorsements adding steady streams.