Jaafar Jackson

This news won't quash ever-growing talks of nepo-babies… Then again, who better to play Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic Michael than his nephew?

I am beyond thrilled that he has come on board to portray his uncle and cannot wait for the world to see him on the big screen as Michael Jackson.” Filming on Michael is due to begin later this year. “It’s incredibly exciting to watch Jaafar bring Michael to life,” said Fuqua.

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He has released music in the past and has a strikingly similar high tenor to his uncle. “I met Jaafar over two years ago and was blown away by the way he organically personifies the spirit and personality of Michael,” King said. Jaafar was chosen for the role after a worldwide casting search.

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“I met Jaafar over two years ago and was blown away by the way he organically personifies the spirit and personality of Michael,” said Graham King. In fact, the producers undertook a global search to find their Michael Jackson. The black and white shot shows Jaafar dancing in white socks, loafers and a trilby — his uncle’s trademark get up. It’s so wonderful to see him carry on the Jackson legacy of entertainers and performers.” In total, Jaafar has eight siblings — one of whom is the brilliantly-named Jermajesty. After a ‘worldside search’ the creators of the new film landed a little closer to home for the lead role.

Late King of Pop Michael Jackson will be played by the late icon's 26-year old nephew Jaafar Jackson in the Antoine Fuqua-directed film biopic.

The Emancipation helmer signed on to next direct Michael, which has a script by John Logan. The singer and songwriter is the son of Jermaine Jackson, who is the brother of Michael and member of The Jackson 5. Jaafar has been singing and dancing since age 12, and has showcased himself singing tunes from Sam Cooke to Marvin Gaye, along with originals, reports Deadline.

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“It’s incredibly exciting to watch Jaafar bring Michael to life,” Fuqua added. “I met Jaafar over two years ago and was blown away by the way he organically personifies the spirit and personality of Michael,” he said. It’s so wonderful to see him carry on the Jackson legacy of entertainers and performers,” Katherine Jackson, the mother of Michael, shared in a statement.