Jack Black receives fan letter mix-up with Jack White after a fan mistakenly sent a heartfelt note and trading card intended for the actor to the White Stripes co-founder. The amusing mix-up, revealed on social media this week, has reignited fans’ hopes for a follow-up to the duo’s quirky “Jack Gray” collaboration.
A Fan’s Letter Travels to the Wrong Jack
Several years after Jack Black and Jack White delighted fans as “Jack Gray,” a new chapter in their ongoing connection has unfolded—this time by accident. On Tuesday, Jack White, former frontman of the White Stripes, took to Instagram to share an unexpected piece of fan mail. The letter, accompanied by a Topps Company trading card featuring Black’s cameo as Captain Bombardier in The Mandalorian, was actually addressed to Black but ended up in White’s hands instead.
The devoted sender, describing themselves as a “big fan” and “avid autograph collector,” expressed admiration for many of Black’s past roles, from School of Rock to Nacho Libre and Jumanji, plus a notable mention of his “Saxa-A-Boom” musical moment. The fan’s letter read,
“Dear Mr. Black, I hope you’re doing well. I’m a big fan and an avid autograph collector. Your roles in School of Rock, Nacho Libre, Jumanji, and most importantly how you dominated playing the ‘Saxa-A-Boom’ haha, are all reasons I look up to you. Adding your autograph to my collection would be incredible.”
—autograph collector
The writer continued,
“I admire your acting, skills, and TikToks. It would mean a lot to me if you could sign my card,”
before adding,
“As I assumed, none of the card companies put out a card of you in your role of School of Rock. However, I found a card that is pretty awesome that Topps made. I enjoy Star Wars, so my hopes are high that you will consider autographing the card. Thank you for being awesome.”
—autograph collector
Jack White’s Amused Response
The letter landed at Third Man Records, the independent label run by White, Ben Blackwell, and Ben Swank. White noted in his Instagram post,
“I’m guessing somebody got their wires crossed.”
—Jack White, musician. Wondering what step to take, he also wrote,
“I’m debating what I should do, any ideas?”
—Jack White, musician.
Singer Kelley Swindall chimed in with her suggestion:
“Sign it, send it to JB, he signs it, then sends back to our awesome guy.”
—Kelley Swindall, singer.
The Legacy of Jack Gray and Hopes for a Reunion
This letter swap has revived memories of the Jack Gray project. The original collaboration brought together Jack Black with his Tenacious D partner, Kyle Gass, and Jack White, temporarily forming a new entity. Their single, “Don’t Blow It, Kage,” produced by White himself, encapsulated Tenacious D’s trademark humor, pairing Black’s dramatic vocals with playful, over-the-top flair, and referencing characters like Kage and Kyle Gass.
Fans have interpreted the latest letter mix-up as a sign that another Jack Gray union could be on the horizon, especially if White passes the letter to Black in person. The instance even led to playful speculation online, with many hoping for a repeat crossover between the pair, known for blending their musical and comedic talents in a unique fashion.
A Mix-Up Sparks New Possibilities
What started as a simple case of mistaken identity between two famous Jacks has become a new highlight for fans of both artists. With the fan’s request and White’s public musing about what to do next, the unexpected mail delivery has captured lively attention—and could pave the way for another highly anticipated Jack Gray moment, bridging fandoms and creative spirits once again.
