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The King of Pop’s story comes to life on the big screen, and stays in the family. Jaafar Jackson29-year-old nephew Michael Jacksonis set to portray his legendary uncle in an upcoming biopic Michaeldirected by Antoine Fouka Which it produces Graham Kingthe Oscar-winning producer behind bohemian rhapsody and The departed.
The film began production in 2024, and is scheduled to be released in theaters worldwide on April 24, 2026. Early photos from the set showed the striking resemblance between Jafar and his uncle, capturing the energy and charisma that defined Michael’s career.
Who is Jaafar Jackson? Here’s what you need to know about him.
1. Jafar will play Michael Jackson in a new biopic.
Antoine confirmed Jaafar’s casting on January 30, 2023. He posted a behind-the-scenes photo of Jaafar during rehearsals for the Michael Jackson biopic. “Proud to announce @jaafarjackson as Michael – the film exploring the journey of the man who became the King of Pop. Coming soon,” Antoine wrote on Instagram.
Jaafar shared the same photo on his Instagram account and wrote: “I am honored and humbled to bring my uncle Michael’s story to life. To all my fans around the world, I will see you soon.”
Michael’s estate granted him the rights to his music catalog. According to what the British newspaper “Daily Mail” reported, the upcoming biographical film “will not shy away from the controversy surrounding Jackson’s life, and the accusations of child sexual exploitation that haunted his last years until his death in 2009 at the age of 50, and the cardiac arrest caused by a mixture of sedatives.” Delivery time.
2. Jafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson.
Jafar is one of Jermaine’s seven children. Jafar was born in 1996 to Jermaine, Michael’s older brother Alejandra Genevieve Uaziaza. Alejandra specifically dated Jermaine’s younger brother, RandyHe also had two children with him. Jermaine and Alejandra were married from 1995 to 2003.
3. Jafar can sing and dance like his uncle.
In 2019, Jaafar released the music video for his song “Got Me Singing.” It proved that the talents of the Jackson family still run in the family. Jaafar shows off his singing and dancing skills in the music video. He began his music career when he was 12 and can play the piano, according to his IMDb profile.
4. The biopic will mark Jafar’s acting debut.
Jafar has appeared as himself in a number of family-oriented projects, including Jackson: The Next Generation and Tito Jackson music video in 2021. Playing his uncle in the biopic will be his first on-screen role.
5. Jafar wanted to become a professional golfer.
Before starting his music career, Jaafar aspired to become a professional golfer. However, after being surrounded by his talented family, he soon followed in his family’s footsteps and became an artist.
