‘A profound depiction’: Michael Jackson fans support divisive biopic as film smashes records The long-delayed film has fans dancing in the aisles and has taken more than $200m at the box office The Guardian - US · Apr 30
'Like taking care of a baby': Juliano Valdi talks 'pressure' of playing young Michael Jackson Juliano Valdi has compared the responsibility of playing the young Michael Jackson to "taking care of a baby". BANG Premier · Apr 30
You Are Not Alone: ‘Michael’ sequel could begin shooting later this year The studio executive behind the Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ has confirmed that a sequel is in the works, and could shoot as early as this year. Euronews · Apr 30
“He said, ‘We have this Michael Jackson tune.’ I looked at Quincy and said, ‘What does it need? Who should we…?’ Then he said, ‘Carlton’” Session legend Larry Carlton on how he ended up playing on a Michael Jackson hit Carlton is part of a very select group of guitarists that's ever worked with the King of Pop and his elite team Guitar World · Apr 30
Prince Jackson reveals what late dad Michael was really like as a father Prince Jackson has reflected on his experiences growing up with King of Pop Michael Jackson as a father. BANG Premier · Apr 30
Morning Mail: voters back gas tax, Hegseth denies Iran war a ‘quagmire’ as costs soar, drug use hits record levels Poll shows Australians support levy on exports and extending fuel excise cut; wastewater survey reveals methamphetamine use rocketing The Guardian - AU · Apr 29
Chornobyl, 40 years on: inside the 1 May Guardian Weekly The long shadow of the world’s worst nuclear accident. Plus Why apes really are like you The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
Turning Point Talking Head Defends Michael Jackson on Social Media Alt-right political commentator Jack Posobiec came out in defense of Michael Jackson. The ‘King of Pop’ has been accused of being a child predator on multiple occasions. Posobiec posted on X, “Michael Jackson was innocent.” Many appear to be in agreement with the claim. The Mary Sue · Apr 29
Leaving Neverland director Dan Reed blasts Michael Jackson biopic for depicting King of Pop as an 'angel' Leaving Neverland director Dan Reed felt "really icky" after witnessing the depiction of Michael Jackson's relationship with children in the new biopic Michael. BANG Premier · Apr 29
I Had No Idea What Happened To Bubbles After Michael Jackson's Rescue, But This Story Has A Happier Ending Than I Thought The King of Pop loved animals, and his most beloved pet is still kicking. Cinemablend · Apr 29
10 Photos of Jaafar Jackson: All About Michael Jackson's Nephew, Star of 'Michael' - Age, Career, and More Jaafar Jackson stars as Michael Jackson in the 'Michael' biopic, earning praise for his portrayal. The film has achieved significant box office success. International Business Times UK · Apr 29
Anne Hathaway says she didn’t get any size-zero models fired from The Devil Wears Prada 2 The actor responds to claims she pushed for ultra-thin models to be dropped from the sequel, saying ‘nobody lost their jobs’ and the move instead created more roles The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
When is 'Michael' coming to streaming? Here's our best guess Waiting to watch 'Michael' at home? Here's when we think Antoine Fuqua's hit Michael Jackson biopic might come to streaming services. Tom’s Guide · Apr 29
Ne-Yo and Akon review – joyous joint tour is like time-travelling to a messy night out in 2010 From So Sick to Smack That, this double-headliner provides major millennial nostalgia – but goes to show how varied their respective careers were at their peak The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 ‘A false narrative around a paedophile’: Michael Jackson biopic criticised by Leaving Neverland director Dan Reed says the film recasts abuse allegations as lies and sidesteps Jackson’s relationships with children
BANG Premier · Apr 29 Michael star Nia Long admits reshoots were 'heartbreaking' Michael star Nia Long admits the reshoots that completely reshaped the Michael Jackson biopic were "heartbreaking" but she's "very happy" with how the film turned out.
BANG Premier · Apr 28 Antoine Fuqua thought Jafaar Jackson WAS Michael Jackson Michael director Antoine Fuqua got interested in the movie when he mistook a picture of Jafaar Jackson for an old photo of Michael Jackson.
The Independent UK · Apr 28 Rebel Wilson calls claims she bullied women on film set ‘absolute nonsense’ The ‘Pitch Perfect’ star is being sued for defamation by the star of her directorial debut, ‘The Deb’
Cinemablend · Apr 28 After Fans Wondered About Michael Getting A Sequel, Exec Addresses Whether ‘More Story Can’ Be Told A sequel could go where the first didn’t.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 28 Michael smashes UK records for biggest biopic opening Michael Jackson biopic debuted with £11.6m at the UK box office – almost double achieved by next-best Bohemian Rhapsody
MusicRadar · Apr 28 “He thought someone was winding him up. But it was actually Quincy Jones calling to say, ‘I love the songs you’ve written. Would you come to LA and work on a project with me?’”: How Heatwave's Rod Temperton ended up writing songs for Michael Jackson Barry Blue recalls the moment Temperton got the call to go and work on the album that would become Off The Wall
The Independent UK · Apr 28 Devil Wears Prada’s Anne Hathaway denies claim models were fired from sequel over body type: ‘That just didn’t happen’ The ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ runways will be more inclusive than real-life, Ozempic-era catwalks
International Business Times UK · Apr 28 Why Did Michael Jackson Biopic Skip 1993 Lawsuit as Filmmakers Consider Sequel to Cover Later Years The Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' omits the 1993 lawsuit due to legal restrictions, focusing instead on his rise to fame. The film faced major reshoots, leading to financial losses.
We Got This Covered · Apr 28 Michael Jackson’s ‘second family’ say they were groomed to protect him, insist they were victims of SA at his hands They grew up with him in their lives.
BANG Premier · Apr 28 Jaafar Jackson's feet bled from intense commitment to Michael Jaafar Jackson pushed himself to the limits for his role in Michael.