Skai Jackson sidestepped fans’ questions about going to jail during the star’s TikTok Live on Wednesday as she returned to social media following her arrest on suspicion of domestic battery.
The 22-year-old Disney Channel star, who was arrested after an alleged altercation with her boyfriend last week on August 9, discussed other topics while filming the livestream, but notably did not speak about the arrest.
In a fragment shared with X, Previously known as Twitter, Jackson could be seen talking about an upcoming television project, but in the comments, fans continued to question the actress about the arrest.
“She’s answering everything except our questions,” one user wrote on social media, while another added: “Girl what happened to you in jail?”
One fan also asked, “Why did they lock you up?” while others simply wrote the word “jail” in the comments.
Skai Jackson, 22, sidestepped fans’ questions about going to jail during the star’s TikTok Live on Wednesday as she returned to social media after being arrested on suspicion of domestic battery; spotted earlier this month in Santa Monica.
Skai, who currently has 22 million followers on the platform, explained during the clip: “I have a TV show that I just filmed, but I can’t say what it’s about yet.”
The Jessie star has been active on social media following the arrest and also returned to Instagram on Wednesday.
She uploaded a video to her Instagram homepage to show a sneak peek of her “hair wash and grooming day.” However, there was no mention of her arrest in the comments section.
Last Friday, Jackson was arrested for domestic violence after an alleged fight with her boyfriend.
She was arrested at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood, California, after security guards spotted her in an altercation. The arrest was first reported by Information from TMZ website.
Security reportedly stopped the couple and called police after seeing Jackson push her boyfriend, whose identity is unclear.
Sources told TMZ that the couple denied ever physically fighting and claimed they are actually engaged and expecting a baby together.
Police reportedly decided to arrest Jackson and his partner after they were shown footage of the alleged altercation.
In a snippet shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, Jackson could be seen talking about an upcoming television project, but in the comments, fans continued to question the actress about the arrest.
Security reportedly stopped the couple and called police after seeing Jackson push her boyfriend, whose identity is unclear.
Security footage allegedly showed the Disney star pushing his partner twice.
Jackson was arrested on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery and was cited before being released hours later.
No charges were immediately filed against the former child star, and the incident is being investigated by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
It is unclear who Jackson’s partner is, and the actress is known to be private about her love life and has not shared images of him on her social media.
Dailymail.com has contacted Jackson’s representatives for comment.
Jackson is best known for her roles on the Disney Channel sitcom Jessie and the spin-off Bunk’d, both of which ended in 2018.
Last year, she was criticized for “saying Disney’s money was running out” after she ordered fans to send her $5 to enter a “raffle” to win a MacBook.
Fans mocked her fundraising efforts, prompting Jackson to insist in a follow-up TikTok that she “doesn’t need the money” and is “not that serious.”
She uploaded a video to her main Instagram page to give a glimpse of her “hair care/wash day.” However, there was no mention of her arrest in the comments section.
Sources told TMZ that the couple denied ever physically fighting and claimed they are actually engaged and expecting a baby together.
Skai has been involved with the law in the past when she filed a restraining order in early 2020 against rapper Bhad Bhabie (Danielle Bregoli) after she allegedly made threats against Jackson’s life.
However, later that year, the actress dropped the restraining order after Bregoli entered rehab for past trauma and drug abuse.
Despite his recent return to his social media platforms this week, Jackson has yet to publicly comment on the arrest to his fans.
In addition to having 22 million followers on TikTok alone, the actress also has nearly 9 million on Instagram.
She previously opened up about her huge social media following during an interview with People Last year in February, he admitted that there can be “a lot of pressure.”
Jackson is best known for her roles on the Disney Channel sitcom Jessie (seen above) and the spin-off Bunk’d, both of which ended in 2018.
‘At the end of the day, I see myself as a normal person who people like or appreciate.’
Skai added: “It’s very important for me to convey the right message, to be positive at all times and to give my followers good advice. To let them know that they can achieve everything they want to do in life.”
The star also spoke about the advice her mother gave her, saying: “She always taught me to stand up for myself, stand up for what I believe in and fight for what’s right.”
‘I thank her for that because without her I probably wouldn’t have as much confidence as I do now.’
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