Michael Jackson’s Nephew Jaafar Jackson to Play the King of Pop in Big Screen Biopic
The hotly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has cast its leading star. And it quite literally sees the film keep it in the family. Because the megastar’s nephew has been cast to play him. Full story below… Moments ago, it was revealed that Jaafar Jackson – son of MJ’s brother Jermaine Jackson – » Read more about: Michael Jackson’s Nephew Jaafar Jackson to Play the King of Pop in Big Screen Biopic » The post Michael Jackson’s Nephew Jaafar Jackson to Play the King of Pop in Big Screen Biopic appeared first on ..::That Grape Juice.net::.. - Thirsty?.
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The hotly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has cast its leading star.
And it quite literally sees the film keep it in the family.
Because the megastar’s nephew has been cast to play him.
Full story below…
Moments ago, it was revealed that Jaafar Jackson – son of MJ’s brother Jermaine Jackson – has landed the coveted role in the Antoine Fuqua–directed movie.
Sharing the news with a picture of himself transforming into his legendary uncle, the 26-year-old singer/songwriter wrote:
“I’m humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael’s story to life. To all the fans all over the world, I’ll see you soon.”
Having landed at Lionsgate, the big-budget project is being produced by ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’s Graham King.
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[Photo Credit: Jourdynn Jackson / MichaelJackson.com]
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