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Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Michael Jackson’s Nephew To Star In Singer’s Biopic

 






American actor, Jaafar Jackson, will be playing the role of his uncle and legendary popstar, Michael Jackson, in the singer’s upcoming biopic.


This was announced by the film’s movie director, Antoine Fuqua, who shared a picture of Jaafar’s transformation via Instagram on Monday.


“Proud to announce @jaafarjackson as Michael—the motion picture event that explores the journey of the man who became the King of Pop,” he captioned the post.


Jaafar also posted the same picture and expressed his excitement regarding the project.


He said, “I’m humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael’s story to life. To all the fans all over the world, I’ll see you soon.”


In a press release, it was revealed that the biopic titled Michael, will detail the high and low points of Jackson’s life “including his most iconic performances that led him to become the greatest entertainer of all time.”


Michael’s mother, Katherine Jackson, also welcomed the development in a statement contained in the press release, E! News reports


“Jafaar embodies my son,” she said. “It’s so wonderful to see him carry on the Jackson legacy of entertainers and performers.”


Jaafar, who bears a close resemblance with the “Thriller” crooner, is the son of Michael’s older brother, Jermaine Jackson.


Jermaine was a vocalist on the former Motown boy band, The Jackson Five, of which Michael was a member.

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