Alexander Jackson Maier

Alexander Jackson Maier-Dlamini
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Born	Alexander Jackson Maier (1998-12-28) December 28, 1998 New York City, United States
Occupation	Humanitarian, Philanthropist, Director
Title	Prince-consort
Spouse(s)	Prince Sungani Zozi Dlamini (m. 2020; div. 2021)

Prince Alexander Jackson Maier-Dlamini, also known as Jackson Maier, is a mixed-race German-American member of the Royal Family of Swaziland, professionally known as a director, model, former actor, humanitarian, and philanthropist.

Early life and education (1998–2018)

Maier-Dlamini was born on December 28, 1998, in New York City. His biological heritage is Mixed/Coloured, with one parent of Russian origin and the other of Black Southern African descent. Shortly after birth, he was adopted by a French-German family in New York. Despite sharing the surname, Maier-Dlamini clarified he has no familial connection to photographer Vivian Maier.

From his early teens, Maier-Dlamini developed an interest in acting, notably performing as Mamillius in The Winter's Tale at The Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park. He appeared in television series including ABC's Cashmere Mafia (2008) and Showtime's Homeland.

He attended New York University (NYU), earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Imaging & Photography. While at NYU, Maier-Dlamini began his career in photography and creative direction and became a donor to NYU’s Gallatin School.

Starting in 2018, Maier-Dlamini contributed opinion editorials to outlets including New York Post, The Federalist, VICE News, and The Tenth Magazine. By mid-2020, he joined the Canadian conservative news magazine The Post Millennial, where he openly discussed his identity as a Black, gay conservative.

Royal affiliation and marriage (2019–2020)

In 2019, Maier-Dlamini met Prince Sungani Zozi Dlamini, a member of Swaziland’s ruling House of Dlamini and a great-grandson of King Sobhuza II. The two became engaged within eight months and married in September 2020 in New York State. Although same-sex marriage was not legally recognized in Swaziland, the marriage was valid in the United States. By Swazi tradition, Maier-Dlamini assumed the informal status of Prince-consort.

Satire and divorce (2021)

In March 2021, Maier-Dlamini became associated with controversy after an article published under his name in The Independent (UK) presented him as "Alexander Maier-Dlamini, Marquess of Annaville," claiming British aristocratic lineage. The title was swiftly debunked as nonexistent. Rumors subsequently emerged suggesting the article may have been published without Maier-Dlamini’s direct authorization or full awareness. Maier-Dlamini publicly apologized, stating clearly, "There is no title in the peerage related to me whatsoever."

Shortly after this satire-related incident, Maier-Dlamini filed for divorce from Prince Sungani Zozi Dlamini. The divorce was finalized in October 2021. Although he discontinued using the Dlamini surname professionally, Swazi tradition allowed him to retain the informal courtesy title of Prince. Following this period, he withdrew significantly from public life.

Recent developments (2022–present)

In 2022, Maier-Dlamini maintained a lower profile, focusing primarily on his personal life and creative pursuits. He reportedly entered a relationship with Verick White and continued working quietly as a photographer and creative director. He has also increased his humanitarian and philanthropic advocacy, notably supporting electric vehicle promotion and anti-fracking campaigns.

In early 2023, he returned subtly to public life, with Page Six noting his presence in Manhattan’s Upper East Side. By 2025, Maier-Dlamini continued residing in New York, dedicating himself to creative and advocacy work. In May 2025, he publicly supported democratic reforms in Swaziland, demonstrating his ongoing interest in issues connected to his former royal affiliation.

External links

• Alexander Jackson Maier on Instagram