Anyone who has spent even a few minutes on Netflix’s Forever knows the name Michael Cooper Jr. — the breakout star who plays Justin, the boy next door with a carefully guarded heart. But behind the charming smile and the reported 4.0 GPA lies a biography that official bio pages and social media profiles don’t fully tell you.
Born: March 5, 2002 · Age: 22 (2024) · Instagram: 288K · TikTok: 544.9K
Quick snapshot
- Debut film: The Inhabitant (2022) — MSN
- Breakout role: Justin in Netflix’s Forever (2025) — Netflix Tudum
- Reported 4.0 GPA (MSN)
- Born in the United States Wikipedia
- Zodiac: Pisces (Wikipedia)
The quick snapshot above, drawn from multiple entertainment databases, outlines the key facts about Michael Cooper Jr. at a glance.
| Full name | Michael Cooper Jr. |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | March 5, 2002 — Wikipedia |
| Age (2024) | 22 |
| Known for | Justin in Forever — Netflix |
| Instagram followers | 288K |
| TikTok followers | 544.9K — TikTok |
The pattern in this data confirms Michael Cooper Jr. is a rising talent whose public profile is still being built.
How old is Michael Cooper?
Michael Cooper Jr. was born on March 5, 2002, which makes him 22 years old as of 2024 — exactly the age of his character, Justin. His zodiac sign is Pisces. Born in the United States.
Wikipedia page for Michael Cooper Jr. · IMDb entry
Age compared to his character Justin
- The 22-year-old plays 22-year-old Justin.
Is Michael Cooper related to Michael Cooper?
No. Despite sharing a name, Michael Cooper Jr. has no relation to former NBA player Michael Cooper. It’s a coincidence.
Sources: Los Angeles Times profile · Wikipedia page for Michael Cooper (basketball)
Are Lovie and Michael together in real life?
Tight on-screen chemistry between Michael and his Forever co-star Lovie hasn’t been confirmed as a real-life romance. Neither has publicly spoken about a relationship.
Source: Netflix Tudum article
How tall is Joshua Michael from Forever?
His exact height hasn’t been officially listed. Photo comparisons put him around around 5’9 ft.
Architecture videos: Michael Cooper Jr.’s TikTok account — IMDb page
Who is Michael Cooper Jr.’s father?
His father’s name has not been publicly revealed; no authority publishes it. At 22 he has no children that he has no children.
Source: IMDb bio page
“hustle and motivation”
Instagram bio
“two childhood best friends who fall in love”
Netflix synopsis
For the Forever fandom, all the unanswered threads only increase the momentum around a star whose personal story is still being written. Michael’s next chapter might be on your screen or a tabloid — and that’s exactly the point for his audience.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Michael Cooper Jr’s ethnicity?
No authoritative report mentions heritage; public photos typically show American upbringing.
What’s Michael Cooper Jr’s zodiac?
Pisces (born March 5).
What’s Michael Cooper Jr.’s Instagram?
@michaelcooperjr
How many TikTok followers does Michael Cooper Jr have?
Around 544.9K TikTok.
What was Michael Cooper Jr’s first acting role?
The Habitant (2022) — short.
Does Michael Cooper Jr have siblings?
No public records of siblings found.
What’s Michael Cooper Jr.’s net worth?
Not publicly disclosed.
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Henry William Bennett Murray is a staff writer for CivicInsight.uk, covering UK public affairs, policy and civic life. He works under Editor-in-Chief Rebecca Langford, following the newsroom standards for sourcing, verification and fact-checking set out in our editorial policies.