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Jackson Family Joins Fans in Berlin for Premiere of Michael ...

The film opens in theaters April 24 and drew thousands of fans, while Jaafar Jackson portrays his uncle in the title role.

  • Prince Jackson and Bigi Jackson attended the world premiere of 'Michael' in Berlin on Friday, supporting their cousin Jaafar Jackson, who stars as the King of Pop in the Lionsgate biopic.
  • Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the Lionsgate film chronicles the singer's rise from the Motown group Jackson 5 to his solo career, featuring iconic performances and outfits from his early years.
  • Jackie Jackson, who performed with the Jackson 5, praised Jaafar's portrayal as so convincing he forgot he was watching his nephew. Prince and Bigi honored their late father by wearing armbands featuring his iconic dance moves.
  • Opening in theaters on April 24, the biopic is projected to surpass $80 million in sales, potentially exceeding the $60.2 million record set by the 2015 film 'Straight Outta Compton.'
  • Producer Graham King described the film as a 'celebration story,' noting he spent years researching the singer's life to showcase iconic performances and provide authentic storytelling of his legacy.
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The world premiere of "Michael" was held this Friday, April 10, in Berlin, Germany. Some 4,000 fans of the singer were able to see the film in the presence of Jaafar Jackson, his nephew. An event he attended with his father Jermaine and his cousins, Prince Michael and Bigi. - IN IMAGES - Jaafar Jackson with the family for the world premiere of "Michael" in Berlin (Culture, media and entertainment).

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Thousands of Michael Jackson fans were joined in Berlin by his family for the international premiere of a new biopic about the King of Pop. His sons Prince and Biggie, formerly known as Blanket, also walked the red carpet.

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Thousands of Michael Jackson's fans, many of them dressed in jackets or sunglasses, inspired by the famous numbers of the pop legend, gathered in Berlin last night for the international film...

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Sons yes, daughter no: Not all family members were present at the Berlin premiere of the Michael Jackson Biopic.Berlin, red carpet, a family name in focus: At the world premiere of the biopic "Michael" at the Berlin Uber Eats Music Hall on Friday evening, the Jackson clan didn't appear completely closed. While the sons of the late King of Pop (1958-2009) caused a stir with thoughtful outfits, three prominent family members were missing completel…

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Just Jared broke the news in on Friday, April 10, 2026.
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