Wendell
Jackson
Independent candidate for Tennessee Governor in 2026; performer and comedian from Clarksville, TN
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Background
Wendell Jackson is an independent candidate running for Governor of Tennessee in the November 3, 2026 general election. Based in Clarksville, Tennessee, he is one of 15 independent candidates on the gubernatorial ballot that cycle. 27
Jackson's campaign website describes his bid as "Seeking Employment as Governor of Tennessee in 2026" and characterizes the campaign as "nonpartisan," though election sources list him as an independent candidate. 17 WSMV describes him as a performer and comedian. 2
No prior elected office, conventional employment history, or educational background was identified in the sources reviewed. The incumbent governor, Bill Lee, is term-limited and not seeking reelection. 2
At a glance
- Party
- Independent
- Running for
- Governor, Tennessee
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Website
- wendelljackson4tngov2026.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Date unknownpollNo polling data or vote totals found for Jackson through October 11, 2026
A polling tracker reported no recent public polling logged for Tennessee's governor's race in the 14 days through October 11, 2026. Fox News' election results page listed Jackson among the candidates but showed no vote totals ahead of Election Day.
Tennessee Governor Race 2026: Green vs. Blackburn Polls · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 28newsWSMV profiles Jackson as independent candidate and performer/comedian from Clarksville
WSMV described Wendell Jackson as an independent candidate for Tennessee governor, identifying him as a performer and comedian from Clarksville. No campaign positions or notable statements were included in the profile.
Election 2026 is quickly approaching. Here's everything you need to ... · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 23newsTennessee Bar Association reports Jackson among 15 independents on gubernatorial ballot
The Tennessee Bar Association reported, citing the Tennessee Secretary of State, that Wendell Jackson of Clarksville was one of 15 independent candidates listed on the November 3 gubernatorial ballot. No petition or original filing date was provided.
15 Independent Candidates Running for Tennessee Governor · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 22newsNashville Banner covers independent governor candidates, including Wendell Jackson
The Nashville Banner reported on independent candidates on the November 3 gubernatorial ballot and included Jackson among them in a questionnaire-response piece, though no specific Jackson response or position was identified in the coverage.
Some Tennessee independent candidates share their visions · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Sources 5
- [1] Tennessee Governor Race 2026: Green vs. Blackburn Polls(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
- [2] Wendell Jackson for Tennessee Governor 2026(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
- [3] Election 2026 is quickly approaching. Here's everything you need to ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
- [4] 15 Independent Candidates Running for Tennessee Governor(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
- [5] Some Tennessee independent candidates share their visions(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026