LaToya Jackson Says Sister Janet ‘Kindly Declined’ to Be Portrayed in ‘Michael’
- LaToya Jackson confirmed on Monday at the Hollywood premiere of 'Michael' that her sister Janet Jackson declined to participate or be portrayed in the biopic about their late brother, Michael Jackson.
- Janet's absence likely stems from a contentious relationship with the singer's estate, which has faced multiple allegations of fraud and abuse from her since 2009.
- LaToya gushed over their nephew Jaafar Jackson's performance at the Dolby Theatre, saying, "Oh my gosh, I have to tell you that Jaafar was absolutely fabulous."
- Michael's daughter, Paris Jackson, publicly criticized the film as inaccurate, writing on social media that the movie contains "full-blown lies" and panders to fans living in fantasy.
- The highly anticipated film debuts Friday in theatres worldwide, featuring appearances from family members who supported the production despite the ongoing public disagreements regarding the estate's control.
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Janet Jackson Declined to Be Featured in 'Michael' Biopic
Janet Jackson will not appear in the upcoming biopic about her brother Michael Jackson. At the Los Angeles premiere of Michael, director Antoine Fuqua’s film chronicling the late singer’s life, La Toya Jackson confirmed that Janet chose not to participate in the project. “I wish everybody was in the movie,” La Toya said. “She was asked and she kindly declined so you have to respect her wishes.” The film, which opens April 24, stars Jaafar Jackso…
Janet Jackson declined role in 'Michael,' says Latoya Jackson
Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson in the upcoming film ‘Michael.’ (Lionsgate) If you’re wondering why no one portrays Janet Jackson in the upcoming movie Michael, Latoya Jackson has offered an explanation. During the U.S. premiere at Dolby Theatre, she revealed that her sister declined to participate. “I wish everybody was in the movie,” Latoya told Variety. “She was asked and she kindly declined so you have to respect her wishes.” Director Anto…
La Toya Jackson Reveals Why Sister Janet Jackson Is Not Depicted In ‘Michael’ Biopic | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip
La Toya Jackson Reveals Why Sister Janet Jackson Is Not Depicted In ‘Michael’ Biopic La Toya Jackson is opening up about the lack of her sister Janet Jackson in the upcoming Michael biopic. The 69-year-old singer is depicted in the forthcoming…
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