‘Michael’ Biopic Unveils Star-Studded Cast
Michael Jackson arriving at a celebrity event in 1990.
Photo Credit: Vicki L. Miller
By: Josh Martin
One of the most storied journeys in pop culture history is finally getting the big screen treatment it righteously deserves. Directed by African American filmmaker Antoine Fuqua, (Training Day, The Equalizer series) the highly anticipated biopic will chronicle the famed life and legacy of the late great Michael Jackson. From his traumatic upbringing filled with childhood stardom, to his meteoric rise to global supremacy in the music industry. While also touching bases on his difficult adulthood tainted with perplexing sexual molestation allegations.
Unlike the many dramatized takes and non-fictional documentaries already in existence, the acclaimed director has the full support of the Jackson family and plans to fully bring the narrative alive.
The official statement reveals that the film will give audiences an in-depth portrayal of the complicated man who became the King of Pop.
“Michael will bring audiences a riveting and honest portrayal of the brilliant yet complicated man who became the King of Pop. The film presents his triumphs and tragedies on an epic, cinematic scale — from his human side and personal struggles to his undeniable creative genius, exemplified by his most iconic performances. As never before, audiences will experience an inside look into one of the most influential, trailblazing artists the world has ever known.”
The first announced cast member Jaafar Jackson, nephew of the Thriller star, will star as his uncle and the most important role in the film.
“With Jaafar, every look, every note, every dance move is Michael. He embodies Michael in a way that no other actor could.”
Recently it was revealed that Colman Domingo will portray Michael’s father Joe Jackson with Nia Long standing alongside him as his wife Katherine Jackson.
Michael is set to release next spring on April 18, 2025.
View the confirmed cast listing for the film below:
Jaafar Jackson as Adult Michael Jackson
Colman Domingo As Joe Jackson
Nia Long As Katherine Jackson
Juliano Krue Valdi As Young Michael Jackson
Jayden Harville As Young Jermaine Jackson
Jamal R. Henderson As Adult Jermaine Jackson
Jaylen Lyndon Hunter As Younger Marlon Jackson
Judah Edwards As Young Tito Jackson
Rhyan Hill As Adult Tito Jackson
Nathaniel Logan McIntyre As Younger Jackie Jackson
Joseph David-Jones As Adult Jackie Jackson
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