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5 Things to Know About Trevor Jackson - Atlantic Records newest heartthrob Trevor Jackson is bringing the heat tonight on 106 ! The 17-year-old Jackson is on tonight with Diggy Simmons to World Premiere the video "My Girl." Don't miss a minute at 6P/5C!   (Photo: Rachel Murray/Getty Images for Disney)

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1. Midwest Chillin' - Trevor Jackson was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. Since then he's been steadily on his way to global stardom through his talents on the stage and screen. (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images For Relativity Media)

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2. It's Showtime - When Trevor was 3 he started performing in the Midwest and that eventually led him to Showtime at the Apollo. His performance there eventually led him to a three-year stint playing Young Simba in the national tour of The Lion King.  (Photo: Gary Gershoff/WireImage)

Photo By Photo: Gary Gershoff/WireImage

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3. Trevor, or Kris? - In 2012, Trevor got a big break portraying Kris McDuffy in the Disney film Let It Shine. Cool to know that he and Zendaya are already fam by trade! (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Relativity Media)

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4. Opening Act - It usually takes folks a long time to get their career up and running, but Trevor Jackson has already had the opportunity to open shows for Jason Mraz, Ziggy Marley, Raphael Saadiq and more! And that is a wonderful way for him to hone his skills. (Photo: PacificCoastNews.com)

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5. Multi-talented - Besides singing and acting, Trevor is also an accomplished dancer, athlete and student of Capoeira. Get to know Trevor Jackson a little better tonight on 106 & Park and at 6P/5C! (Photo: Rachid Ait, PacificCoastNews.com)