Michael Jackson’s nephew to star in King of Pop biopic

Michael Jackson’s 26-year-old nephew Jaafar Jackson will play the King of Pop in the planned biopic Michael, which is set to be directed by Antoine Fuqua.

ionsgate on Monday announced Jackson’s casting for the film, which is being produced by Oscar-winning ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ producer Graham King.

Jackson is the second youngest son of Jermaine Jackson, Michael’s brother.

He has released his own music – in 2019 he released his debut single Got Me Singing.

Michael will be Jackson’s acting debut.

“I met Jaafar over two years ago and was blown away by the way he organically embodies the spirit and personality of Michael,” King said in a statement.

“It was something so powerful that even after a worldwide search, it was clear he was the only one to fill the role.”

Fuqua shared a black and white photo of Jackson in his role on Instagram.

Fuqua added in a statement that Jackson “has a natural ability to mimic Michael and such great chemistry with the camera.”

Jackson said on Twitter that he was “humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael’s story to life.”

Michael will be an authorized portrait of the pop star who died in 2009.

The film, written by Gladiator and The Aviator screenwriter John Logan, is being produced in association with the singer’s estate.

“Jaafar embodies my son,” Katherine Jackson said in a statement.

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“It’s so wonderful to see him continue the Jackson legacy of entertainers and artists.”

Michael is scheduled to start filming later this year.