Michael Jackson’s nephew Jaafar Jackson is proving to be the perfect person to play his great uncle, as images and clips of him starring in director Antoine Fuqua’s highly anticipated biopic, Michael, came out ahead of the movie’s US premiere on April 24.
Jaafar Jackson at the AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, on April 18. Photo: EPA
The 29-year-old, whose starring role in the biopic was announced in January 2023, bears an uncanny resemblance to his late uncle – and the internet has taken note. Several comments under Jaafar’s Instagram posts comment on his likeness to the late superstar. “That’s literally Michael … He embodied what’s already in his blood. Greatness,” one user wrote.
Here’s everything you need to know about Jaafar Jackson as he makes his acting debut.
He is a member of the famous Jackson family
Michael’s cast and family members – including Jaafar Jackson (second from right) – on the red carpet for the world premiere of Michael in Berlin, on April 10. Photo: AFP
Jaafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson, Michael Jackson’s older brother, and Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza. His parents were married from 1995 to 2003.
Jaafar’s father was famously part of The Jackson 5. His aunts include Janet Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Rebbie Jackson, and Joh’Vonnie Jackson, while his uncles include Tito Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Jackie Jackson and Randy Jackson.
He has been singing and dancing since he was 12
Jaafar Jackson has been singing and dancing since childhood. Photo: @interviewmag/Instagram
Performing is in the Jackson family genes – and Jaafar is no exception. Per Deadline, he’s been singing and dancing since he was just 12 years old, showcasing himself singing covers of songs by artists like Marvin Gaye and Sam Cooke. He released his first single “Got Me Singing” in 2019.
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