Skai Jackson Requests Restraining Order Against Son's Father Deondre Burgin Over Domestic Violence Claims

Published: May 19, 2025

Skai Jackson, the 23-year-old Disney Channel alum, has requested a restraining order against her son's father, Deondre Burgin, citing domestic violence allegations. The news was first reported by TMZ.

In documents obtained by PEOPLE, Jackson alleged that Burgin assaulted her, including one attack where she was holding their newborn son, Kasai. She claimed that Burgin grabbed her by the hair, slammed her head against a car window, and punched her in the face.

Skai Jackson

According to the documents, Jackson also alleged that she experienced domestic violence throughout their relationship, including a six-month period where she was abused weekly. She claimed that he would choke her, scratch her, and slam her head into walls.

In addition to physical abuse, Jackson alleged that Burgin damaged her personal property, including an iPhone and a television. She also claimed that he demanded she drink bleach to kill their unborn child while she was pregnant and held her at knifepoint.

At one point, Jackson claimed that Burgin threatened to stab her in the stomach if she cried out for help while walking her to her car.

Skai Jackson

A source close to Jackson told PEOPLE that the decision to file a restraining order was made to ensure her family's safety. "The safety and well-being of her family is the top priority," the insider said. "This restraining order was filed as a necessary measure to protect her and her child from continued harassment and threats."

In January 2025, Jackson announced that she and Burgin welcomed their newborn son, Kasai. She shared a snap of herself holding the baby's hands on Instagram, captioning the image with "Kasai."

Skai Jackson holding her son's hands

The following month, Jackson told PEOPLE that motherhood had "been so positive" during her first public outing at the 56th NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors since announcing the birth of her son.

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