Skai Jackson is pregnant with her first child

Congratulations are in order for Skye Jackson, who is pregnant with her first child!

The 22-year-old Jessie actress confirmed the exciting news with People, noting that the father is her boyfriend, whom she has not publicly identified. “I'm excited to start this new chapter in my life – embracing motherhood and diving into new acting projects. My heart is so full,” she told the publication, along with photos of the star walking around Los Angeles in jeans and a white top, showing off her baby bump as she strolled with mom Kiya Cole.

The announcement comes two weeks after she sparked pregnancy rumors when she was spotted in Los Angeles holding what appeared to be her baby under a white tank top. Jackson is set to star in the upcoming film, The Man in the White Vanwhich hits theaters on December 13.

In August, the Disney Channel actress was arrested after security staff saw her and her boyfriend getting into a physical altercation at Universal Studios Hollywood, according to Los Angeles Times. Jackson was taken to the West Hollywood station for booking and her bond was set at $20,000 before she was released a few hours later.