Jason Weaver was born on July 18, 1979, in Chicago, Illinois. He was raised in an environment surrounded by the entertainment industry, thanks to his mother Kitty Haywood, a legendary studio singer. This exposure sparked his passion for singing and acting from a young age.
Weaver's early career began with roles in the films "The Kid Who Loved Christmas" and "The Long Walk Home", as well as the television series "Brewster's Place". His success in these early projects led to his casting as the young Michael Jackson in the television movie "The Jacksons: An American Dream", which earned him rave reviews.
In 1993, Weaver landed a role in the television series "Thea", alongside Brandy, and continued his acting success until the show's cancellation later that year. He then appeared in the Disney film "The Lion King", where he showcased his singing talents as the voice of Simba.
After a two-year hiatus, Weaver returned to the screen with roles in the films "Freedom Song" and "Drumline", opposite Nick Cannon. The success of "Drumline" led to a role in the 2004 film "The Lady Killers", starring Tom Hanks.
In 2006, Weaver appeared in the film "ATL", set in his hometown of Atlanta, and worked with rapper T.I. He also collaborated with Chingy on the hit single "One Call Away", which reached #2 on the Billboard 100 chart.
In addition to his acting career, Weaver has also pursued his passion for music. He released his debut album "Love Ambition" in the early 1990s, and has since refocused his energy on his musical dreams. He has worked with artists such as BG and Roger "Mista Raja" Green, and is set to release his second album "Declaration of Independence" in early 2007.
Throughout his career, Weaver has proven himself to be a talented and versatile performer, with a long list of accomplishments in both film and music.
