Jax, born Jacqueline Cole Miskanic on May 5, 1996, in Atlantic Beach, New York, is an American singer-songwriter and social media personality known for her witty pop-punk anthems and empowering lyrics. Raised in East Brunswick, New Jersey, she began singing at age 5 and was homeschooled to accommodate her musical pursuits. Her father, John, a firefighter who was injured during the September 11 attacks, and her mother, Jill, a New York City schoolteacher, have been supportive of her career.
Jax gained national attention in 2015 as a finalist on Season 14 of American Idol, where she finished third. Following the show, she released her debut single, “Forcefield,” and joined the American Idols LIVE! Tour 2015 . In 2017, she released the EP Funny, which charted on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart .
Her breakthrough came in 2022 with the release of “Victoria’s Secret,” a song that critiques unrealistic beauty standards and promotes body positivity. The track reached number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified Gold in the United States . In June 2024, she released her debut studio album, Dear Joe, which includes the viral hit “Victoria’s Secret” and charted on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart .
Jax is also known for her strong presence on social media, particularly TikTok, where she has amassed over 14 million followers. She uses her platform to share original songs, personal stories, and engage with her audience .
In her personal life, Jax married Brave Gregg in November 2023, and the couple announced in October 2024 that they were expecting their first child .
