In a recent conversation with Us Weekly, he emphasized the importance of planning and making time for one another, especially in the early stages of a relationship. “It’s essential to create memorable experiences together,” he noted, underscoring the unique opportunity that comes with the beginning of a romantic journey.
He elaborated on the joy he finds in their connection, saying, “We’re able to come together and just have an awesome relationship.” This sense of togetherness extends beyond just the two of them, as it also includes developing a close bond with Maggie’s parents, Pat and Lesly.
Reflecting on his experience meeting Maggie’s father, the iconic Wheel of Fortune host, he shared, “He’s a great guy.” He admitted that it’s natural to feel nervous when meeting a partner’s parents, adding, “Everybody’s nervous to meet the father of the person they’re dating, or mother, or both.”
Despite the initial anxiety, he found comfort in being himself, describing the freedom in being his authentic, “weird” self around Maggie’s dad. This openness has evidently played a key role in fostering a strong relationship with her family.
Plus, he noted there is a freedom to having been his authentic, “weird” self with Maggie’s dad.
“I’m not going to hold back who I am as a person, and people seem to enjoy that company,” Jackson said. “I’m happy that I’m able to be myself truly in every aspect now.”
Ahead of Jackson’s appearance on Dancing With the Stars, read on to check out relationship details about other contestants from the show.