Sharisse Jackson was born on August 31, 1976, in Boston, Massachusetts, a city known for its rich history and cultural attractions. Later in her childhood, she moved to Costa Mesa, California, a coastal city in Orange County, where she spent most of her formative years.
As a result of her mixed heritage, Jackson is proud to identify as a woman of African American and Cherokee descent on her mother's side, as well as Puerto Rican and Mexican descent on her father's side. This diverse upbringing likely had a profound impact on her cultural identity and artistic expression.
From a young age, Jackson was bitten by the acting bug. She began performing at just three years old, when she enrolled in the renowned Al Fann Theatrical Ensemble. As she grew older, she continued to hone her craft, attending private school and studying acting with esteemed instructors such as Bob Feldman.
By the time she was 11 years old, Jackson had made the decision to focus solely on acting, a choice that would ultimately shape her career. Through her work with the Al Fann Theatrical Ensemble, she landed several national commercials and secured guest-starring roles on popular television shows, including Roc, My So-Called Life, Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, and The Steve Harvey Show.
In addition to her work in television, Jackson has also appeared in a number of films, including Good Burger, Boom Box, Grand Avenue, and CB4. However, it is her iconic role as "Niecy Jackson" on the popular television series Moesha (1996) that has cemented her place in the hearts of fans and cemented her status as a talented and versatile actress.
