An Inspired Chat with Jamé Jackson of Brooklyn

We recently had the chance to connect with Jamé Jackson and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Jamé , thank you for taking the time to reflect back on your journey with us. I think our readers are in for a real treat. There is so much we can all learn from each other and so thank you again for opening up with us. Let’s get into it: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Those first 90 minutes are sacred to me. I try to keep my phone on Do Not Disturb and really protect that time before the world starts asking for things. I’ll usually start with prayer and meditation — just centering myself and talking to God about whatever’s on my heart. Then I make tea, sit in silence for a bit, and let my body and mind wake up before diving into the noise of the day. I’ll text my family and friends, but other than that I really try to limit myself so I can have time for just me.

I stay off social media if I can help it. As someone who’s always online for work, those quiet moments remind me who I am outside of the content, outside of the world’s opinions. If I do open my laptop, it’s usually just a quick check of casting calls or auditions — things that align with my creative goals. I also try to do something to move my body, like yoga or taking my dogs out for a walk. That first hour and a half sets the tone for how I show up as a person, not just a performer or entrepreneur.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Jamé Jackson — an actor, writer, and creative entrepreneur who believes storytelling is one of the most powerful tools we have to change how people see themselves and the world. I’m originally from Washington, D.C., and I moved to New York in 2016 with a dream of working in the fashion and media industries. That dream eventually led me through many seasons — from writing and freelancing to becoming an editor, on-camera host, and eventually a creative strategist helping others share their voices.

In 2015, I started TheBlondeMisfit as a blog to celebrate and uplift Black women in fashion and beauty. At the time, I didn’t see a lot of women who looked like me being centered in those conversations, and I wanted to change that. What began as a small personal project quickly evolved into an award-winning brand, recognized globally as one of the top fashion and beauty blogs and a hub for authentic conversations about culture, creativity, and identity. That platform opened so many doors for me — writing opportunities, brand partnerships, and even my transition into the entertainment space as a host and media personality.

Over time, my purpose began to expand. I realized that while TheBlondeMisfit was my baby, I wanted to create something even bigger than myself — something that would open doors for other creatives, too. That’s how Misfit Creative Media was born. It’s a creative production company focused on telling diverse stories and helping Black and brown artists build sustainable careers. Whether it’s content development, consulting, or community programming, the goal is the same: create space where our stories aren’t an afterthought — they’re the main event.

I’ve also built a career as an actor and performer, and I see all of these worlds as deeply connected. The through-line is storytelling. Whether I’m on stage, behind a mic, or helping someone develop their next project, it’s all about amplifying voices that deserve to be heard.

In 2025, I became a two-time Signal Award winner for co-hosting “Let’s Talk Offline”, a podcast that explored modern work and identity. And now, I’m bringing everything full circle with the relaunch of “TheBlondeMisfit” Podcast in January 2026. I’m not sure yet if I plan to rename it, but I do know it’s going to be bigger, bolder, and even more personal — a mix of faith, humor, vulnerability, and creative truth-telling.

At this point in my life, I’m fully focused on my art — acting, producing, and helping other creators find their voice. I left corporate America because it was time to pour back into my own dreams. I’ve spent years helping brands and leaders tell their stories, but now I get to tell mine — and hopefully, inspire someone else to believe they can do the same.

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who taught you the most about work?
Definitely my parents. My mom worked in government and my dad was an entrepreneur, so they came from two completely different worlds, but both of them shared the same mindset: no excuses, get up, and make it happen. I watched them work hard every single day and beat the odds, even when things weren’t perfect.

I think that’s where my work ethic was born. My parents couldn’t hand me industry connections or a blueprint for a creative career. When I moved to New York, I was figuring it all out alone. There is no form of nepotism or even favoritism laced in mys tory. But they gave me something much better: grit. I used to joke that I could outwork 90 percent of the population, and for a while, I wore that like a badge of honor. Now, I’ve learned to be more intentional about rest and balance, but that foundation they built in me will never go away.

They taught me that showing up with faith, consistency, and humility matters more than anything else. That lesson follows me into every role I take on, every project I lead, and every dream I chase.

What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me who I am when the spotlight is off. Success can trick you into thinking you’re in control, but struggle reminds you that you’re not, and that’s where faith has to step in. When everything is going well, it’s easy to forget to pray, to be grateful, to slow down. But when I’ve been in seasons of pain or loss, that’s when I’ve really learned how to depend on God and trust that nothing is wasted.

I often tell people I’m so put together before man because I know what it feels to be broken at the foot of the Master. My faith has only been perfected in seasons of challenge and when it feels like you have nobody to help get you there. But here’s the thing: struggle and resilience are necessary for a good story.

I’ve also learned that strength isn’t about keeping it together all the time, it’s about allowing yourself to fall apart and still get back up. It made me softer, more empathetic, more human. I used to be someone who felt like I had to make every right decision to avoid falling. That’s not realistic nor a way to really live life. You can do everything right and things can still fall apart.

I wouldn’t wish some of the things I’ve been through on anybody, but I also wouldn’t trade the lessons. Success taught me how to shine, but suffering taught me how to stand — and how to still love people, even when life doesn’t make sense.

I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Is the public version of you the real you?
It used to not be. For a long time, the version of me online was polished, put together, and “on” all the time. I was chasing perfection because that’s what I thought people wanted to see. I came into this industry seeing how people would go into debt to just look the part. The clothes, the career, the energy — it was all real, but it wasn’t complete. I was performing a little, even if I didn’t mean to.

These days, the version of me you see is a lot closer to who I actually am. I post less, I talk more intentionally, and I spend more time living my life than curating it. The funny thing is, stepping away from constant posting helped me find my voice again. I realized there’s more to life than algorithms and engagement. I actually dislike posting, but I also understand that as a “public figure” or someone who does work in the spotlight, it’s part of the journey. I’m learning to build a new relationship with it all, and I think that’s what we all must do if we want to bridge the gap with ourselves and our community.

Yes, I’m an ambivert and depending on the room I’m in I may be over in the corner or I may be swinging from the chandelier. Either way, I’ve learned to give myself permission to just live. I believe it’s so important to return home to myself every day. If the decisions and choices I’ve made that day don’t align, I feel out of alignment with my body. Those are choices I refuse to do.

Now, if I share something, it’s because I truly want to — not because I feel like I have to. The real me is softer, still ambitious, still creative, but much more grounded in peace and purpose. I’m bringing it back to self, to faith, and to the things that make me whole offline first. A lot of the things I used to chase in my 20s died when I entered my 30s, and I am so thankful that I regained my life back in the process.

Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. What are you doing today that won’t pay off for 7–10 years?
A lot of work as an artist means knowing that you may not get your flowers for a while. You may never even see your own flowers, which is why it’s important for you to focus on the work and not the applause. For me, I’m investing in myself — not just financially, but spiritually, creatively, and emotionally with the brand. Everything I’m building right now is planting seeds. My acting career, my production work through Misfit Creative Media, the return of TheBlondeMisfit Podcast — all of it is about building something that can outlive a moment.

For years, I chased quick results. Likes, metrics, applause. But now, I care more about legacy. I’m learning to play the long game — trusting that the time I spend training, studying, creating, and even resting will show up later in ways I can’t yet see.

I have really big ideas for how I see cinema and media shaping over the next few years. So a lot of the things I’m slowly working on and ideating may not make sense right now, and ultimately that’s the game you play.

It’s not easy to stay patient when the world moves so fast, but I remind myself that some of the best things take time to bloom. So, I’m doing the quiet work now — the kind that won’t pay off immediately but will sustain me when the spotlight fades. My goal isn’t just success; it’s longevity, peace, and purpose.

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