Michael Jackson’s 26-yr-outdated nephew, Jaafar Jackson, will engage in the King of Pop in the prepared biopic “Michael” to be directed by Antoine Fuqua.
Lionsgate introduced Jackson’s casting Monday for the movie staying manufactured by Oscar-winning “Bohemian Rhapsody” producer Graham King. Jackson is the next-youngest son of Jermaine Jackson, Michael’s brother. He’s put out tunes of his have in 2019, he produced his debut single, “Got Me Singing.” “Michael” will be Jackson’s acting debut.
“I achieved Jaafar more than two yrs back and was blown away by the way he organically personifies the spirit and character of Michael,” claimed King in a statement. “It was something so highly effective that even soon after conducting a globally search, it was obvious that he is the only individual to take on this role.”
On Instagram, Fuqua shared a black-and-white photograph of Jackson in character. Fuqua additional in a statement that Jackson “has a normal ability to emulate Michael and these a wonderful chemistry with the digicam.”
Some of Hollywood’s largest names are remembering the late King of Pop! Michael Jackson would have turned 61 on August 29, and stars like Paris Hilton, Naomi Campbell and Brandi all took to social media to pay back tribute to Jackson.
On Twitter, Jackson mentioned he is “humbled and honored to carry my Uncle Michael’s tale to existence.”
“Michael” will be an licensed portrait of the pop star, who died in 2009. The film, scripted by “Gladiator” and “The Aviator” screenwriter John Logan, is being made with the cooperation of the singer’s estate.
“Jaafar embodies my son,” Katherine Jackson claimed in a assertion. “It’s so excellent to see him carry on the Jackson legacy of entertainers and performers.”
“Michael” is to commence shooting this year.
