Jason Weaver Biography
Jason Michael Weaver also known by his stage name J-Weav is a Chicago, Illinois born actor and a singer singer well known for his roles as Marcus Henderson on The WB sitcom Smart Guy. He is also known as 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.
Weaver was also the singing voice of the young Simba in Walt Disney Feature Animation’s 1994 film The Lion King. In 2004, he featured on Chingy’s hit single “One Call Away”, which peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Jason Weaver Acting career
One of Weaver’s earliest acting roles were in 1990 on Oprah Winfrey’s television series Brewster Place. He went on to play a young Michael Jackson in the 1992 miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream and also starring on the television sitcoms Thea from 1993 to 1994 and Smart Guy from 1997 to 1999. Weaver was also the singing voice of young Simba in Walt Disney Feature Animation’s 1994 film The Lion King.
Weaver appeared in the 2002 Drumline with Nick Cannon, followed by a role in The Ladykillers in 2004. He also was a featured artist in the song One Call Away in 2004 and also 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 film ATL starring rappers Big Boi from OutKast and T.I. In the music video “Rock Yo Hips” by Crime Mob featuring Lil Scrappy, Weaver also appears as an extra and also in “Make Up Bag” by The-Dream featuring T.I. He starred in the 2011 film He’s Mine Not Yours together with Caryn Ward, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Carl Anthony Payne II and Clifton Powell.
Jason Weaver Music career
Additionally Weaver is also a recording artist. He provided vocals for his role as Michael Jackson in The Jacksons an American Dream in addition to the singing voice of the cub Simba in Walt Disney Feature Animation’s 1994 film The Lion King.
The following year, Weaver released his debut album, Love Ambition, on Motown Records which was released on June 27, 1995. Weaver released two versions of the song “stay with me”. He collaborated with rapper Chingy on the track “One Call Away” in 2003. The single was a Top 5 hit single in the United States.
Jason Weaver Age
Jason Weaver Net Worth
The American actor and singer has a net worth of $1 million. His acting career is the primary source of his income, being known for his character as Marcus Henderson on The WB sitcom Smart Guy.
Jason Weaver Body Measurements
- Height: 1.8 m.
- Weight: Not Available.
- Shoe Size: Not Available.
- Body Shape: Not Available.
- Hair Colour: Black.
Jason Weaver Wife
Jason Weaver is a married man to his lovely wife Myra Weaver and the couple is blessed with two sons.
Jason Weaver Albums
- 1995: Love Ambition
- 1996: Stay with Me (EP)
- 1996: Stay with Me (Second Unreleased Album)
Jason Weaver Songs
- “I Can’t Stand the Pain” (1995)
- “Love Ambition (Call on Me)” (1995)
- “Stay with Me” (1996)
- “One Call Away” (Chingy featuring J-Weav) (2004)
Jason Weaver Movies
- 1990 The Kid Who Loved Christmas Ernie
- 1990 Brewster Place Matthew Thomas
- 1990 The Long Walk Home Franklin Cotter
- 1992 The Jacksons: An American Dream Michael Jackson (aged 9–14)
- 1993–1994 Thea Jerome Turrell
- 1994 Summertime Switch Fast Freddie Egan
- 1994 The Lion King Young Simba
- 1996 Sister, Sister Darnell Nicky
- 1997–1999 Smart Guy Marcus Henderson
- 2000 Freedom Song Isaac Hawkins
- 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
- 2011 He’s Mine Not Yours Kent
- 2011 Timothy Hodge Show Jason Weaver
- 2012 Dysfunctional Friends Gary
- 2012 Note to Self Jay Lewis
- 2014 Wal-Bob’s Keith Harrington
- 2016 Black-ish Ta-Ta
- 2017 “Unfaithful” Amazon Prime Movie
Frequently Asked Questions About Jason Weaver
Who is Jason Weaver?
Jason Michael Weaver also known by his stage name J-Weav is a Chicago, Illinois born actor and a singer notable for his roles as Marcus Henderson on The WB sitcom Smart Guy.
How old is Jason Weaver?
Weaver is 40 years old as of 2019, born on July 18, 1979.
How tall is Jason Weaver?
Weaver stands at a height of 1.8 m.
Is Weaver married?
Jason Weaver is a married man to his lovely wife Myra Weaver and the couple is blessed with two sons.
How much is Weaver worth?
The American actor and singer has a net worth of $1 million. His acting career is the primary source of his income, being known for his character as Marcus Henderson on The WB sitcom Smart Guy.
How much does Weaver make?
Not Known
Where does Weaver live?
Not Known.
Is Weaver dead or alive?
Weaver is still alive and in good health.
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