Jaafar Jackson discusses his preparation for playing Michael Jackson in the billion-dollar biopic 'Michael', his shift from golf to acting, and the emotional milestone of the film's record-breaking success.
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01Summary
- 01Jaafar Jackson wrote a list of goals two years before filming, including beating 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and surpassing $1bn at the global box office.
- 02Antoine Fuqua's 'Michael', released on April 18, 2025, became the first biopic to earn over $1bn worldwide and Lionsgate's biggest release.
- 03Jackson spent two years preparing for the role, studying Michael's songs, demos, and performances, and working with an acting coach.
- 04He recalls his earliest memories of Michael Jackson, including asking for Starbursts and playing hide-and-seek with him.
- 05Jackson recently finished shooting his second film, 'Supermax', with Will Smith in Australia.
02Why it matters
This matters because 'Michael' is a historic box office hit, and Jackson's personal story of preparation and legacy offers insight into the making of a record-breaking biopic.
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