BLACK SOCIAL HISTORY
Jason Weaver
| Jason Weaver | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jason Michael Weaver July 18, 1979 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Other names | J-Weav |
| Occupation | Actor, singer |
Jason Michael Weaver (born July 18, 1979), also known by his stage name J-Weav, is an American actor and singer best known for his roles as Marcus Henderson on the The WB sitcom Smart Guy, Jerome Turrell on the short-lived ABC sitcom Thea from 1993-1994, and the pre-teenaged Michael Jackson on the 1992 ABC miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream.
Early life and education
Weaver attended Illiana Christian High School in Lansing, Illinois and Thornwood High School in South Holland, Illinois.[citation needed]
Career
Acting career
One of Weaver's earliest acting roles was on Oprah Winfrey's 1990 television series Brewster Place. Among Weaver's most notable acting roles have been his portrayal of The Jackson 5-era Michael Jackson in the 1992 miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream, and his roles on the television sitcoms Thea (1993–1994) and Smart Guy (1997–1999).
In 2002, Weaver appeared in Drumline with Nick Cannon, followed by a role in the The Ladykillers in 2004. In 2004, he also was a featured artist in the song One Call Away as well as in the music video that also starred Keshia Knight Pulliam and AND1 baller Phillip "Hot Sauce" Champion. In 2006, Weaver was featured in a supporting role in the filmATL starring rappers T.I. and Big Boi from OutKast. He also appears as an extra in the music video "Rock Yo Hips" by Crime Mob featuring Lil Scrappy and "Make Up Bag" byThe-Dream featuring T.I. In 2011, he starred in the film He's Mine Not Yours alongside Caryn Ward, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Carl Anthony Payne II and Clifton Powell.
Music career
In addition to acting, Weaver is also a recording artist. He provided the vocals for the singing voice for the cub Simba in the 1994 film The Lion King.[1] The following year, he released his debut album, Love Ambition, on Motown Records which was released on June 27, 1995.[2]
In 2003, he collaborated with rapper Chingy on the track "One Call Away". The single was a Top 5 hit single in the United States.[3]
Discography
Albums
- 1995: Love Ambition
- 1996: Stay with Me (EP)
- 1996: Stay with Me (Second Unreleased Album)
Singles
- "Love Ambition (Call on Me)" (1995)
- "I Can't Stand the Pain" (1995)
- "Stay with Me" (1996)
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | The Kid Who Loved Christmas | Ernie | Television movie |
| 1990 | Brewster Place | Matthew Thomas | 5 episodes |
| 1990 | The Long Walk Home | Franklin Cotter | |
| 1992 | The Jacksons: An American Dream | Michael Jackson (aged 9–14) | Miniseries |
| 1993 to 1994 | Thea | Jerome Turrell | 19 episodes |
| 1994 | Summertime Switch | Fast Freddie Egan | Television movie |
| 1994 | The Lion King | Young Simba | Cub singing voice |
| 1996 | Sister, Sister | Darnell Nicky | 2 episodes |
| 1997 to 1999 | Smart Guy | Marcus Henderson | 51 episodes |
| 2000 | Freedom Song | Isaac Hawkins | Television movie |
| 2002 | Drumline | Ernest | |
| 2004 | The Ladykillers | Weemack Funthes | |
| 2006 | ATL | Teddy | |
| 2008 | Jada | Jamal | |
| 2008 | Love For Sale | Vince | |
| 2008 | Diary of a Champion | TJ Lawson | |
| 2010 | Lottery Ticket | Ray Ray | |
| 2011 | The LeBrons | Condor | 9 episodes |
| 2011 | He's Mine Not Yours | Kent | Television movie |
| 2011 | Timothy Hodge Show | Jason Weaver | |
| 2012 | Dysfunctional Friends | Gary | |
| 2012 | Note to Self | Jay Lewis | |
| 2012 | Wal-Bob's | Keith Harrington |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Title of work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Young Artist Award | Outstanding Young Performers Starring in a Mini-Series | The Jacksons: An American Dream (Shared with Alex Burrall) | Won |
| 1994 | Young Artist Award | Outstanding Youth Ensemble in a Television Series | Thea (Shared with Brenden Jefferson, Adam Jeffries, Brandy Norwood) | Nominated |
| 1995 | Young Artist Award | Best Performance by a Young Actor in a Voiceover - TV or Movie | The Lion King | Won |
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