Jaafar Jackson portrays Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic film.

Jaafar Jackson portrays Michael Jackson in the upcoming film "Michael", set for release April 24. He shared emotional reflections on filming, highlighting deep connections with co-stars Colman Domingo and Nia Long. Jackson kept the role a secret from his family for a year, with his mother thrilled but his father, Jermaine Jackson, yet to see the film. He hopes audiences will gain a deeper, more human understanding of the pop icon beyond his iconic public image.