Jafar Jackson celebrates the success of “Michael” at the 2026 BETS Awards.
As Jafar Jackson’s film Michael approaches $1 billion worldwide, stars attended the 2026 BET Awards in style to celebrate the film’s success. As Jafar Jackson took the stage with his co-star Nia Long, the duo celebrated the biopic’s historic milestone and thanked fans for watching it.
Jafar Jackson and Nia Long thank the audience for their love for “Michael”
Jaafar Jackson and Nia Long recently attended the 2026 BET Awards in style on Sunday. As they took the stage to present the award for Best R&B/Pop Artist, the two took a moment to celebrate the big accomplishment. The duo started by thanking fans for showing so much love for their film. Jackson stated, “We are so grateful for the love you all have shown for our movie. The theaters are packed, guys! We are truly so humbled.”
Your support means the world to the Jackson family.Long also used the moment to thank the world for loving her portrayal of Katherine Jackson, Michael Jackson’s mother, in the film. “Katherine Jackson’s portrayal reminded me that grace is quiet and serene, and tonight we honor that. Jafar, it has been an honor to watch you transform into your uncle right before our eyes,” she said gratefully.
What record did Michael break?
Variety recently reported that the Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael,” broke a major record by surpassing “Oppenheimer,” grossing $977 million worldwide.
The film is only a few million dollars away from reaching the $1 billion mark. The film “Oppenheimer” set a huge record at the time of its release, grossing US$975 million worldwide. Not only that, the film also surpassed Bohemian Rhapsody as the highest-grossing music biopic.
About Michael’s biography.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by three-time Academy Award nominee John Logan, “Michael” tells the story of Michael Jackson, his work with the family group the Jackson 5, the “Bad” tour and his transition to a solo career.The film stars Jafar Jackson as his uncle Michael Jackson, while actors Colman Domingo and Nia Long play his parents, Katherine Jackson and Joe Jackson. Miles Teller played his advisor and lawyer, John Branca. Many other big names also starred in the film.
