Jackson Daniel Olson, professionally known as Jackson Olson, is an American baseball player, social media influencer, content creator, and entertainer recognised for his role as an infielder and performer with the Savannah Bananas, where he blends athleticism with viral comedic skits, baseball tricks, and relatable content that has built a massive following across platforms.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Jackson Daniel Olson
- Stage Name: Jackson Olson
- Born: October 6, 1997
- Age: 28 years old
- Birthplace: New Milford, Connecticut, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Caucasian (White)
- Occupation: Baseball Player, Social Media Influencer, Content Creator
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm)
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Dan Olson and Laura Olson
- Siblings: Alex Olson, Ari Olson
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $8 million USD
Early Life and Education
Jackson Daniel Olson was born on October 6, 1997, in New Milford, Connecticut. He was raised by his parents, Dan and Laura Olson, in a household that promoted athletics and close family engagement.
He has a brother, Alex Olson, and a sister, Ari Olson. Building on his supportive family environment, his parents encouraged his interest in baseball from a young age, and as a Yankees fan, he dreamed of playing shortstop professionally.
He attended New Milford High School, where he excelled in baseball, before pursuing a college athletics career. He played Division I baseball as an infielder at the University of Hartford and later transferred to Stetson University, earning recognition as Scholar-Athlete of the Year in his conference in 2020.
After balancing academics and baseball in college, Jackson transitioned smoothly into entertainment, leveraging the skills and networks from his athletic career to launch a career as a creator and influencer.
Career
Jackson Olson started as a Division I shortstop at Hartford in 2020. After graduating, he joined the Savannah Bananas, shifting from collegiate baseball to an entertainment-based team that focuses on athleticism, performances, and Banana Ball.
As infielder #8, he became a standout performer, playing at major venues like Yankee Stadium and creating viral content that showcases his athletic skills and personality.
Jackson gained massive popularity on TikTok (@jacksonolson_) with over 2.1 million followers and 100 million likes through comedic skits about growing up, teenage experiences, baseball life, and relatable POV videos.
He serves as a Major League Baseball ambassador, producing content at stadiums across the country. He has expanded to YouTube (@jacksonolson_) with 157K subscribers for longer-form videos and collaborations, including with the Savannah Bananas and artists.
Signed with WME and Motive, he launched clothing collaborations with Baseball Lifestyle 101, blending sports, entertainment, and entrepreneurship for a unique career path.
Social Media
- Instagram: @jacksonolson_
- TikTok: @jacksonolson_
- YouTube Channel: Jackson Olson
Personal Life
Jackson Olson, the 28-year-old Savannah Bananas star, is currently single and keeps his romantic life entirely private. There are no publicly past relationships, ex-partners, or dating rumors linked to him in the media.
He has no known children and appears focused on his high-energy career in entertainment baseball, content creation, and brand collaborations rather than sharing personal relationship details with fans.
Jackson shares a strong, close-knit bond with his family, frequently expressing gratitude toward his parents, Dan and Laura Olson, who encouraged his athletic and creative pursuits from a young age. Regarding his height, he stands at 6 feet 2 inches (approximately 1.88 m).
Net Worth
Jackson Olson’s net worth is estimated at around $8 million USD. His income primarily comes from his starring role with the Savannah Bananas through performance contracts, exhibition games, and team revenue shares, while additional income comes from social media monetization via TikTok views and creator funds, viral content earnings, Instagram sponsorships, and brand partnerships on YouTube.