Jordan Beckford is the son of American model and actor Tyson Beckford. Jordan is the only son and child of Tyson Beckford, recognised as one of the most successful black models of all time since he rose to fame in the 1990s. He is also famous for hosting Make Me A Supermodel, a Bravo program.
How old is Jordan Beckford, Tyson Beckford’s Son?
Jordan Beckford was born in 1998. As of 2023, Jordan is 25 years old. He was born in Edgewater, New York. He is the only child of his parents, Tyson Beckford and April Roomet, a well-established fashion designer who has worked with many renowned personalities across the entertainment industry. His paternal grandparents are Hillary Dixon Hill and Llyod Beckford.
Jordan was born as a result of a two-year relationship his parents had from 1997 to 1998. He could be called a celebrity kid because both his parents are well-known personalities in the United States entertainment space.
Though the son of two popular personalities, personal information like educational background and other details are yet to be disclosed to the public.
Jordan Beckford was taken care of by both parents through co-parenting
Jordan’s parents, April Roomet and Tyson Beckford, started dating in 1997 and broke up amicably after two years in 1999. Jordan was born two years in 1998. After his parents broke up, they agreed to co-parent little Jordan, who was only two years old.
Tyson and April have both been available in their son’s life throughout his early childhood to adulthood, teaching him everything he needs to know through co-parenting. Tyson Beckford has always been grateful for April’s contribution to raising their son. He described April as an incredible mother in an interview.
Jordan Beckford’s parents shared responsibility in caring for him in a ratio of 60:40, with his mother, April taking the 60, and his father taking the remaining 40. Jordan’s parents, though separated, still have a friendly relationship, unlike other celebrity breakups. April Roomet usually visits her social media page to wish Tyson Beckford on his birthday.
Jordan has followed in his father’s footsteps
Regarding career, Jordan Beckford has followed his father on the same path. Jordan is a model by profession. Just as his father started at a very young age, he also started early. He made his debut in 2018 by walking for Tommy Hilfiger in Shangai. The show collaborated with Tom Hilfiger and Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton. Jordan walked in Shangai with other top models like Hailey Baldwin, Winnie Harlow and Maggie Jiang.
In 2019, Tyson Beckford’s son, Jordan, had an awesome year in his modelling career. He first walked on the runway at Paris Fashion Week, then later on walked on the stage of New York Fashion Week for Kid Super and Casablanca. That same year, he was on the cover of GQ China with his father, Tyson.
Though Jordan has not been in the modelling industry long, he has worked with brands like Zara, Traffic Los Angeles, Tommy Hilfiger, etc.
Aside from modelling, Jordan Beckford is also into music. As per SCMP.com, Jordan had an internship at a studio owned by Alicia Keys and Swizz Beats in New York after he graduated from high school. Jordan was promoted to assistant in the studio through his awesome technical skills in music production.
Jordan does not only produce or make music for other musicians; he also makes his music. He is a musician with the stage name Grey Criag. He has a studio album titled Grey.
Jordan Beckford grew up being exposed to celebrities
Due to Jordan’s status as a celebrity kid, he had the opportunity to be among many celebrities while growing up. He was featured in the music video of ”No Love”, a song by American rappers Eminem and Lil Wayne. Chris Robinson directed the video.
He was also found in the company of singer Rihanna. The two were seen in a photo that went viral online. His mother, April Roomet, said to have taken the picture. According to sources, Jordan appeared in one of Alicia Keys’ music videos ”A Woman’s Worth”, ” when he was only three months old. He was in the video with his mother, April.
It is no wonder that Jordan Beckford is now rising in the entertainment industry, just like his parent, who have already made names for themselves.