Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s 26-year-old nephew, will play the late pop icon in a film biopic about the legend, Lionsgate studios revealed Monday.
Jaafar Jackson, Jermaine Jackson’s son, stated on Twitter that he was “humbled and honored” to bring his uncle’s story to life.
The anticipated biopic, named “Michael,” is being produced with the consent of Jackson’s family and estate, and will provide “audiences with an in-depth portrayal of the man and our brother who became the King of Pop,” according to a Jackson family statement released in February last as read on CNN.
The production of the film, which will be directed by Antoine Fuqua, produced by Graham King of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” and written by three-time Oscar nominee John Logan, will begin this year.
Graham King said in a statement that he conducted a “global search” for the role and was blown away by the way Jaafar Jackson organically personifies Michael’s energy and charisma.
The Jackson family applauded the casting choice, with Michael’s son, Prince, saying that Jaafar “embodies” so much of his father.
The legendary Micheal Jackson, known as the king of Pop, died in 2009 after being one of the best performers, singers, and songwriters that the world has ever known.
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