An R&B singer who later expanded his talents into acting, he gained attention with his 2012 mixtape “This is Me,” which included a collaboration with the OMG Girlz. As his career progressed, he took on the role of Emmett Washington in the Showtime series The Chi, a performance that began in 2018 and showcased his growing versatility. In addition to his television work, he has appeared in several notable films such as Ride Along, Detroit, and Collateral Beauty, proving his ability to thrive across different genres.
Before stepping into the spotlight, he was deeply involved in dance, studying the craft from a young age. His first real exposure to television came when he sang on an episode of Maury titled “Most Talented Kids,” an early glimpse into the talent that would later define his career. Music ran in the family, and he learned much of what he knows from his father and uncles, who together formed the group known as the Latimore Brothers.
In his personal life, he comes from a close-knit family with three sisters, and his parents, Jacob Latimore, Sr. and Latitia Taylor, have been a strong influence. In 2019, he was in a high-profile relationship with actress Serayah McNeill, further connecting him to the entertainment world beyond music and film.
Throughout his journey, from his early days performing on television to becoming a recognized name in both music and acting, he has continued to build a legacy that reflects both his talent and his roots.
He actually had three of his tracks featured on 106 & Park’s Hip-Hop Countdown, which was a big deal at the time, and honestly, it wasn’t long before he caught even more attention—so much so that he earned a nomination for the YoungStars Award at the 2012 BET Awards. It was clear that he was making waves, and people were starting to take real notice of what he was doing. He definitely stood out during that period, and the recognition from such a major platform like BET just confirmed his rising status in the industry. He was on a solid path, no doubt about it.