Getting to Know Janet Jackson’s Son, Eissa Al Mana

Janet Jackson; Janet Jackson with son Eissa.
Credit: Gregg DeGuire/Getty; Janet Jackson Twitter

Janet Jackson has one clear priority these days: her son, Eissa. The Grammy-winning artist, who recently received the ICON Award at the 2025 American Music Awards, welcomed Eissa on January 3, 2017, at the age of 50, with her then-husband Wissam Al Mana. The couple split just three months after Eissa’s birth, concluding a five-year marriage.

Jackson has embraced motherhood, expressing her joy in a 2019 interview with The Sunday Times. “I’m in a great space. I have a beautiful son,” she shared. Reflecting on the inspiration he brings, she stated, “My friends call me Superwoman. God knows I’m not. But I think what they are seeing is the energy and that extra drive I’m getting from the inspiration of Eissa.”

Despite Jackson’s fame, Eissa is kept largely out of the public eye, with the singer sharing only a few anecdotes about him over the years. In September 2024, she emphasized the significance of motherhood, calling it “the most important thing I’ve done” and adding that her life has drastically changed since becoming a parent.

Following are key details about Eissa Al Mana:

Born on January 3, 2017

Jackson and Al Mana welcomed Eissa at a hospital in London, with a representative confirming that Jackson had a “stress-free healthy delivery” and was “resting comfortably." Family members celebrated the news, including her siblings La Toya and Jermaine Jackson, as well as their father Joe Jackson, who shared congratulatory messages on social media.

Made His Social Media Debut at 14 Weeks

Jackson introduced her son to her followers on social media when Eissa was 14 weeks old, shortly after her split from Al Mana. A heartfelt photo captured the moment as she kissed her son after a nap.

Lives in London

While Jackson grew up in Indiana and later moved to Los Angeles, Eissa is being raised in London, where Jackson co-parents with Al Mana.

Loves Music

Eissa appears to be following in his family’s musical footsteps. During a February 2020 appearance on The Tonight Show, Jackson mentioned her son’s budding interest in music. Notably, Questlove gifted him a drum kit that he enjoys.

Plays the Cello

Initially opting for the violin at the age of two, Eissa later expressed a desire to play the cello, leading Jackson to creatively adapt his violin into a makeshift cello for school. She confirmed that he now takes formal cello lessons.

Loves Bruno Mars

By the time Eissa was a toddler, he had already developed a preference for Bruno Mars, a musician who resonated with both Jackson and her son during important moments in their lives.

Imitates His Late Uncle Michael Jackson

Even at a young age, Eissa has shown an appreciation for family legacy, imitating his late uncle Michael Jackson’s signature moves.

Friends with Ciara’s Son

When Eissa was an infant, Jackson and Ciara shared a playdate at Disneyland, indicating that their children are already forming friendships.

Fan of Paw Patrol

Jackson has shared Eissa’s enthusiasm for the Paw Patrol animated series on social media, showcasing gifts sent to her son and his classmates.

Hands-On Parenting

Jackson has chosen to raise Eissa without a nanny, fulfilling her duties as a hands-on mother. “It is hard being a working mother. I don’t have a nanny, I do it all myself,” she explained in interviews.

Balancing Motherhood and Career

Although parenting has its challenges, Jackson expressed her love for being a mother. “He’s first and foremost in my life. I get up, I go to sleep — everything is about him. He comes first in my life,” she stated.

Jackson continues to navigate her personal and professional life while cherishing the role of motherhood.