New roles in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic have been announced!
Jaafar Jackson, Michael’s nephew, has already been confirmed to portray the King of Pop in the film, which is titled, Michael.
Antoine Fuqua is directing the movie.
On Monday (March 25), a number of new names were announced as part of the cast!
Keep reading to find out more…
- Larenz Tate will play Motown Records founder Berry Gordy.
- Kat Graham has been cast as legendary musical talent Diana Ross.
- Jessica Sula will portray Michael’s Older sister La Toya.
- Liv Symone will play singer Gladys Knight.
- Kendrick Sampson has been cast as songwriter, composer, and producer Quincy Jones.
- KeiLyn Durrel Jones will portray Bill Bray, who served as a security officer for the Jackson 5 and became one of Michael’s best friends.
- Kevin Shinick is set to play Dick Clark.
Michael will open in theaters on April 18, 2025.
Learn more about Antoine Fuqua‘s Michael Jackson biopic!
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