Season 29 “Dancing With the Stars” alum Skai Jackson is opening up about becoming a mom.
“I love being a new mom. It’s just so exciting. So exciting. I’m here tonight, I’m already missing my baby. But it’s been a great month with my new little one,” Jackson told People magazine at the 56th NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors in Los Angeles on February 21.
Jackson welcomed son Kasai in January.
“He’s definitely giving me a run for my money. He’s such a big baby, eats so much… but it’s something that I love. I love seeing my baby every day,” she continued.
“I feel like being a mom and juggling everything probably has to be one of the hardest jobs, but it’s such a rewarding job because I’m doing it for him at the end of the day. So I definitely learned that about myself. I can just handle whatever at this point,” she added.
Jackson competed on DWTS alongside ballroom pro Alan Bersten. The two finished season 29 in 5th place.
Skai Jackson Previously Said She Was ‘Thrilled’ to Become a Mom
In November 2024, Jackson announced her pregnancy in an exclusive interview with People magazine.
“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 the outlet. Jackson has not identified her boyfriend.
Jackson shared the first photo of her newborn on Instagram on January 26.
“Kasai,” she captioned the post, adding a brown heart and a teddy bear emoji. She has since shared photos of Kasai on her Instagram Stories, but has kept his face hidden, sometimes using an emoji to do so.
Fans Loved Skai Jackson’s Look at the NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP Image Awards mark one of the first public events that Jackson has attended since giving birth to Kasai.
Jackson opted for a black minidress with bubble sleeves and a bubble hem for the event. She shared some photos of the look on social media where she received love and support from fans.
“You’re so gorgeous @skaijackson your eyes are everything,” one person wrote.
“Now this the skai I always loved doing business, looking stunning and beautiful like always, and looking happy and glowing,” someone else said.
“My day literally gets better when you post,” a third comment read.
“Look like a young Janet Jackson,” a fourth Instagram user added.
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