Who are Ice Cube’s Kids? Meet Darrell, Deja, Karima, Shareef, and O’Shea Jackson Jr.  

O’Shea Jackson Sr., professionally known as Ice Cube, is an American rapper, songwriter, actor, and film producer. He played a pivotal role in popularizing gangsta rap through his contributions to N.W.A’s landmark 1989 album Straight Outta Compton.

As a solo artist, his politically charged albums—AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted (1990), Death Certificate (1991), and The Predator (1992)—garnered both critical acclaim and commercial success. Recognized for his influence on hip-hop and culture, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of N.W.A in 2016.

Ice Cube has been married to Kimberly Woodruff since April 26, 1992. They have five children: O’Shea Jackson Jr., Darrell Jackson, Karima Jackson, Deja Jackson, and Shareef Jackson. Throughout their long-standing marriage, Ice Cube has frequently expressed appreciation for Kimberly’s unwavering support and the strength of their relationship.

O’Shea Jackson Jr.

O’Shea Jackson Jr., professionally known as OMG, is the eldest son of Ice Cube and Kimberly Woodruff. He was born on February 24, 1991, in Los Angeles, California, and has four younger siblings: Darrell, Karima, Deja, and Shareef Jackson.

He graduated from William Howard Taft High School in Woodland Hills, California, in 2009. He later attended the University of Southern California to study screenwriting but did not complete his degree. He is of African American ethnicity and practices Christianity.

Following his father’s footsteps, O’Shea Jackson Jr. is an actor, rapper, singer, and songwriter. In 2010, he and his brother featured on Ice Cube’s songs She Couldn’t Make It On Her Own and Y’all Know How I Am. He released his mixtape, Jackin’ for Beats, in 2012. In addition to his career, he is a father to a daughter, Jordan Reign Jackson, born in August 2017, whom he shares with his ex-girlfriend, Jackie Garcia.

Darrell Jackson

Darrell Jackson, professionally known as Doughboy, is the second child of Ice Cube and Kimberly Woodruff. He was born on December 3, 1992, when his parents were married. He has four siblings: O’Shea Jackson Jr., Karima Jackson, Deja Jackson, and Shareef Jackson.

He graduated from William Howard Taft High School in Woodland Hills, California, in 2010. Following in his father’s footsteps, Darrell pursued a career in music and is a rapper signed to Lench Mob Records, the label founded by Ice Cube and affiliated with Universal Music Group.

In addition to his music career, he collaborates with his father in Cube Vision, Ice Cube’s production company. He was an associate producer on the 2015 biographical film Straight Outta Compton. Darrell married his wife, Janet, in November 2022.

Karima Jackson

Karima Jackson is the eldest daughter and third child of Ice Cube and Kimberly Woodruff. She was born on February 17, 1994, in Los Angeles, California, and grew up alongside her four siblings: O’Shea Jackson Jr., Darrell Jackson, Deja Jackson, and Shareef Jackson.

She graduated from high school in 2012 and earned a degree in Sociology from Rutgers University. She later obtained a Master’s in Child Advocacy from Montclair State University.

She is of African American ethnicity and practices Christianity. Unlike her father and brothers, Karima prefers to maintain a private life away from the spotlight. However, she has occasionally supported her family at red carpet events.

Deja Jackson

Deja Jackson, the daughter of Ice Cube and Kimberly Woodruff, was born in 1994. While her exact birth details remain undisclosed, it is unclear whether she is a twin with her sister, Karima Jackson. She has four siblings: O’Shea Jackson Jr., Darrell Jackson, Karima Jackson, and Shareef Jackson.

Although she may have pursued formal education, details about her academic background remain unknown. Deja is of African American ethnicity, though her religious beliefs have not been publicly confirmed. Unlike her more public family members, Deja prefers to maintain a private life, and little information about her personal or professional endeavors is available.

Shareef Jackson

Shareef Jackson is the youngest child of Ice Cube and Kimberly Woodruff, born on June 1, 2000. He grew up alongside his four older siblings: O’Shea Jackson Jr., Darrell Jackson, Karima Jackson, and Deja Jackson.

While he may have pursued a formal education, details about his academic background remain undisclosed. He is of African American ethnicity and practices Christianity.

Shareef prefers to maintain a private life and is rarely seen in public. However, he has occasionally appeared alongside his father, such as in 2017 when he accompanied Ice Cube to the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his star ceremony. A sports enthusiast, he is often spotted attending games with his father.