In a world that often rewards perfection over authenticity, Jack Beckett moves in the opposite direction—towards softness, presence, and radical self-expression. Rooted in values of love, joy, and connection, his creative universe is less about performance and more about truth: the kind that reveals itself through movement, music, and the courage to be seen as you are. In this conversation for Yummyzine 12, Jack opens up about his inner world, the spiritual grounding behind his artistry, and the quiet, powerful act of choosing vulnerability in an industry built on image.
The images are cropped/made safe for online purposes, full images available inside Yummyzine Issue Twelve
Photo story by sasha olsen, interview by Adrian Gomis Exposito
An Interview with Jahly
AGE. To begin with, tell us a bit about yourself. Who is Jack when the spotlight fades, and what kind of world do you carry inside you?
JB. I am a very loving, kind, and peaceful person. I am not materialistic. I am very simple in my ways, and I love life. I love sharing life with people, and I love expressing myself. I love being a shining beam of light.
AGE. You come from a musical family. How did that environment shape your relationship with creativity, performance, and self-expression from an early age?
JB. Growing up in a musical family showed me that we can all sing together and that it is nothing we need to be afraid of. It is something we can all do. It also showed me that it is okay, as a man and as a boy, to be creative, sweet, and cute, to dance and move your body. That it is safe, good, and normal. I am very thankful for that.
AGE. You’ve said you love acting on the things that live in your mind. What does that inner world look like, and how do you translate it into something tangible?
JB. If I have a creative idea in my mind, whether it is something like painting my fingernails or putting together an outfit in an unexpected way, I act on it. Not to look a certain way, but to make something interesting. The same goes for music. If I have lyrics or a melody in my mind, I follow through and finish it. Acting on what lives in my mind means bringing it into reality and proving it to myself. Most of the time, it feels good. When something gives you joy or curiosity, and you bring it into the world, it often becomes something authentic. That is what shines through.
AGE. There’s a strong sense of purpose in the way you speak about your work. When did you first realise that creating and performing wasn’t just passion, but something deeper?
JB. I realised my deeper purpose after travelling, meeting different people, and going through a phase where I was very focused on money. I learned that it did not bring me joy, peace, patience, or kindness. It brought the opposite. That is when I understood that I want to live and share something different. I want to help people grow into those values and experience them—not only by explaining them, but by showing what they feel like.
AGE. Your motivation is rooted in what you call the “fruit of the spirit”—love, joy, peace, patience, and so on. How do these values guide your decisions, both on and off stage?
JB. The values of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and the rest guide me all the time. They ground me. Whenever I feel stressed or lost, I know where to return. They are the reason I act, the reason I interact with people, the reason I move through life the way I do. They are not everything, but they are what make our spirit fruitful.
AGE. You talk about wanting to show humanness. What does that mean to you in an industry that often pushes perfection over authenticity?
JB. To me, showing humanness means showing that we do not need to be perfect. In an industry like modelling, there is a certain standard, but authenticity always shines through. If someone is afraid or not being themselves, you can see it. In many of my earlier shoots, you can see that fear and uncertainty. But to me, that is human. That is the truth. We do not need to hide. We are all the same.
AGE. Many artists struggle with vulnerability. Have there been moments where embracing your humanity felt difficult, or even risky?
JB. Breaking through one’s own walls has always felt risky and, at times, even scary. It can make you feel exposed and afraid of what people might think. I have even been scared for my life at times. But at the same time, it is the most freeing feeling—not holding back and not acting out of fear. Letting go of that fear is what allows me to act on my ideas and express myself. Letting the ego go.
AGE. You seem deeply connected to people and energy. What role do relationships and human connections play in your creative process?
JB. Connection does not always play a role in the beginning, but to make something truly great, it helps to create together. With more people, there is more perspective, more depth, and a more interesting outcome. It also feels less scary. Whether it is a model and a photographer or a singer and a producer, together we can do more. We, as humans, are powerful, and together we are stronger.
AGE. When you perform—whether through music, movement, or presence—what do you hope people feel or recognise in themselves?
JB. When people see me perform or watch what I create, I hope they recognise themselves in me. Whether it is through music, videos, or images, I want them to feel that we are the same—that there is no separation.
Quick-Fire Questions
AGE. Three words that define you right now?
JB. Loving, joyous, grateful.
AGE. A song that feels like home?
JB. “Just Fine” from Sam and Cat.
AGE. One thing people misunderstand about you?
JB. Some think I am arrogant.
AGE. A daily ritual that keeps you grounded?
JB. Repeating the fruit of the spirit—my values—in my head every morning.
AGE. What instantly brings you peace?
JB. The same thing—returning to those values.
AGE. Something you’re currently unlearning?
JB. Eating too many sweets.
AGE. A place where you feel most like yourself?
JB. When I am with other people. It can be in a coffee shop or under a tree with our feet in the water.
AGE. What does joy look like in your everyday life?Unveiling His Yummy Side
AGE. Let’s step into the Yummy universe. What does the word “yummy” mean to you, beyond the surface?
JB. To me, “yummy” describes a very human feeling. It is that moment when you see someone or something and feel drawn to it—that appreciation of beauty, attraction, of something that simply feels good to look at. It captures that feeling.
AGE. This shoot you did with Sasha Olsen for Yummy Twelve captures both the soft and the raw, passionate sides of you. How was this experience for you? How did you feel in front of the camera?
JB. Working with Sasha felt very natural. We connected easily, and it felt freeing to be around him and to be myself. Being in front of the camera felt both interesting and natural. It was a meaningful experience, and I learned things about myself that day.
AGE. Yummy shoots always present models at their most striking, but the magic often lies in what happens behind the scenes. Was there a funny, unexpected, or memorable moment during the making of this story in Bali?
JB. The whole experience was memorable. What stood out most was getting to know each other—talking about life, understanding what motivates someone, and what brought them to where they are. That human connection made it special.
AGE. Do you see your physical expression as an extension of your inner values and message? We’d love to hear more about that connection, especially the meaning behind the tattoo on your back.
JB. My tattoo represents the fruit of the spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. I do see physical expression as an extension of my inner values. It is about showing vulnerability and humanness. It is art, and people can interpret it in their own way. I want to show that being human is nothing to be ashamed of—that we are all the same.
AGE. I’ve also noticed your interest in piercings, from your nipples to your Prince Albert. What draws you to them the most, and what was your experience like getting them? Do they carry personal significance for you?
JB. Piercings, for me, are a form of self-expression. They are like jewellery. The idea of getting them lived in my mind for years before I acted on it. Acting on those ideas brings me peace and happiness, and that is why they matter to me.
AGE. You have a very magnetic presence. Do you enjoy being watched, or is it more about the connection you create with one person at a time?
JB. For me, it is about connection, one person at a time. I take time to reply to people and build real connections if they are meant to happen. That is what matters to me. Even in my DMs on Instagram, for example, I take the time to find a connection.
AGE. Is there a difference between how you express desire on camera and how you experience it in real life?
JB. There is a difference between expressing desire in front of the camera and experiencing it in real life. In real life, it is much deeper and more intense. It is also something I have only shared with two people in my lifetime, so it is rare and something I value.
AGE. Are you someone who plays with tension, or do you prefer giving in to the moment?
JB. I prefer giving in to the moment. I do not like playing games or teasing. I understand it, but it is not who I am.
A Final Note
AGE. To wrap it all up… When you imagine your future self—artistically, emotionally, spiritually—what kind of life are you building, and what message do you hope continues to grow through you?
JB. The life I am building is one where we share love together. I want to show that we are all the same and that we do not have to be afraid of each other or be enemies because of our differences. No matter age, gender, identity, or beliefs, we can still share love.
At our core, we are all the same. The only thing that separates us is our experiences and our ego. If we let go of ego, we return to that truth.
Artistically, I want to express this through everything I do—through my music, my words, my actions, the way I move, and the way I dress.
