January 18 : Michael Jackson Biopic in the Works From Antoine Fuqua, Lionsgate
Michael Jackson is getting the biopic treatment. Lionsgate and director Antoine Fuqua are taking on the musician’s life in a film titled Michael, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Graham King, a seasoned hand at biopics with the Oscar-winning Queen film Bohemian Rhapsody under his belt, is producing along with John Branca and John McClain, who are the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate. John Logan, who penned Gladiator and The Aviator, wrote the script.
“The first films of my career were music videos, and I still feel that combining film and music are a deep part of who I am,” said Fuqua in a statement. “For me, there is no artist with the power, the charisma, and the sheer musical genius of Michael Jackson. I was influenced to make music videos by watching his work — the first Black artist to play in heavy rotation on MTV. His music and those images are part of my worldview, and the chance to tell his story on the screen alongside his music was irresistible.”
January 30 : Jaafar Jackson is portraying his uncle Michael Jackson in Lionsgate’s upcoming biopic “Michael,” directed by Antoine Fuqua. “Michael” is expected to depict the complicated legacy of the man who became known as the King of Pop. According to the studio, the film will explore all aspects of his life, “including his most iconic performances that led him to become the greatest entertainer of all time.” The film is being made with the cooperation of the Michael Jackson estate,
https://variety.com/2023/film/news/michael-jackson-biopic-casting-1235506538/
Prince Jackson on Instagram : “My cousin @jaafarjackson is going to be playing my father in the upcoming biopic produced by @gkfilms and directed by @antoinefuqua! Truthfully I couldn’t be happier and prouder for him, he’s been working his ass off and I know he’s going to do an amazing job. Just being himself, he embodies so much of my dad and I’m confident we are all going to do our best to show the world a part of my father they’ve never seen and that they deserve to see. To all of my family’s fans and supporters out there thank you for your continued support and love. We all know my father and Jaafar’s uncle was such an incredible human being and everyone at @gkfilms is dedicated and excited to bring my father’s story to the big screen. This project means so much to me for many reasons, I’m really happy that my family and I can go on this journey together. @jaafarjackson i know you’re going to be great bro and again I couldn’t be prouder and happier for you cuz. @jourdynnjackson with the to start us off”.
Paris attends Netflix’s ‘Pamela, a love story’ Los Angeles Premiere at Netflix Tudum Theater in Los Angeles.
February 2 : Paris attends the Adidas x Stella McCartney Launch Event held at Henson Recording Studios in Los Angeles.
February 4 : Paris attends Austin Brown’s gig in L.A with cousin Genevieve.
February 5 : Paris attends Universal Music Group’s 2023 After Party to celebrate the 65th Grammy Awards, Presented by Coke Studio and Merz Aesthetics’ Xperience+ at Milk Studios Los Angeles.
February 13 : Prince celebrates his 26th birthday.
February 21 : Bigi celebrates his 21st birthday.
February 26 : Paris performs during the 2023 Innings festival at Tempe Beach Park in Tempe, Arizona.
March 06 : Michael Jackson biopic to spend a record $120 million in California under state tax credit program
A Lionsgate Entertainment film about the life of singer Michael Jackson is on track to break records for spending under California’s film tax credit program. The movie known as “Michael” — directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jackson’s nephew Jaafar Jackson — is projected to spend $120 million on crew wages and vendors, according to the California Film Commission, which administers the state’s film and TV tax credit program. California has allocated $21.1 million in tax credits to the Santa Monica-based studio for “Michael.” That exceeds other top spenders in the state tax credit program for features from previous years, including Walt Disney Co.‘s “Captain Marvel” ($119 million) Paramount’s “Bumblebee” ($102 million) and Netflix’s “The Gray Man” ($102 million).
March 9 : Heal Los Angeles Foundation and Prince Jackson just announced that his annual event “Thriller Night” on Halloween will not take place this year. The reason given is that the Hayvenhurst property owned by the Michael Jackson Estate wil be used for the filming of the upcoming biopic “Michael”.
March 11 : Paris opens up Phillip Plein’s fashion show. During the Oscars weekend, Philipp Plein presented a couture-inspired collection representing quality, prestige and luxury made with Jacob Meir.
March 12 : Paris attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills.
March 21 : Paris attends the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards held at Goya Studios in Los Angeles.
April 3 : Paris celebrates her 25th birthday.
LaToya : Wishing you a lovely Happy Birthday on your special day @ParisJackson! Hope you’re having an amazing day!
April 14 : Paris and Alessandra Ambrosio attend the CELSIUS Oasis Vibe House in Coachella, California.
April 15 : Paris attends REVOLVE Festival 2023, Thermal, CA – Day 1 in Thermal, California.
May 4 : Paris attends Drake’s Hollywood grand opening in West Hollywood.
May 20 : Paris attends Charlize Theron’s Africa Outreach Project Block Party at Universal Studios Backlot in Universal City, California.
May 27 : Paris performs on Day 2 of BottleRock Napa Valley Music Festival at Napa Valley Expo in Napa, California.
June 18 : Paris performs in concert during Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee.
June 25 : Michael’s family and friends celebrate his life on the 14th anniversary of his passing. Prince & Paris share pictures on their Insta stories. Janet shares pictures on Instagram. LaToya writes : “You will always be missed, loved and admired for your humbleness, your kindness, your ability to love all and your incredible talent that you shared with the world! May you continue to RIP”.
June 27 : Prince Jackson shares a picture at a production meeting for the MJ biopic.
July 17 : Thayana Sco Jackson gives birth to a baby girl named Tylee Delores Sco Jackson. She is the 3rd daughter of Taj & Thayana.
July 23 : Paris starts a summer tour with a concert at the KettleHouse Amphitheater in Montana.
July 26 : Paris performs at the Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park.
July 28 : Paris performs at the TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park in Indianapolis.
July 29 : Paris performs at the McGrath Amphitheater in Cedar Rapids.
August 7 : John Branca revealed in a video that they would be releasing the full cast for the biopic but due to the actor’s strike, the video was deleted. Let’s hope the strike ends soon so we can get more updates.
August 17 : “And why Michael Jackson?” “He’s a great artist. He was Human. We’re gonna show the good, bad and the ugly…We just gonna tell the FACTS” Antoine Fuqua talks about how the biopic will portray Michael.
August 18 : Prince and his girlfriend attend the 23rd Annual Harold & Carole Pump Foundation Gala at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.
August 28 : Prince and Bigi Jackson attend a private viewing of The Michael Jackson Blue Sapphire Immersive Experience in Las Vegas.
August 29 : Genevieve Jackson gives birth to a baby boy named Jola Jackson Huguely. His grand parents are Randy Jackson and Alejandra Jackson.
Michael’s family, friends ans fans celebrate him on what would have been is 65th birthday.
Prince Jackson : “Happy birthday dad. I miss you and I love you. You may be gone but not forgotten. You’re in our hearts each and every day”.
Paris posts a video on Instagram to call out the fans who attacked her for not aknowledging her dad’s birthday on her social medias. She shares a video of her on stage that same day paying tribute to her dad.
Prince, Bigi, Jackie (with his wife and kids), Brandi & Taj (with his wife and kids) attend a party to remember Michael at Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, where Cirque du Soleil’s acclaimed Michael Jackson: ONE show is currently being performed. The event held special significance as it coincided with the 10th anniversary of the Michael Jackson: ONE show’s residency in Vegas. The event is hosted by Michael Jackson ‘s Estate as part of the Blue Sapphire Birthday Celebration. The evening also featured an exceptional performance by the cast of the Michael Jackson: ONE show, which promises to blend music, acrobatics, and artistry into a stunning spectacle.
August 30 : Prince is a guest on Mike Tyson’s YouTube podcast. The episode is titled : “Prince Jackson Philanthropist and Producer | Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson”. Prince about Graham King, the producer behind the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael”. “After I read the first draft of the script, I called him, because I was crying afterwards, and I told him that he had the most authentic picture of my father”
September 1 : The production, for the MJ biopic, will have a cast of 64 and 300 crew members. It is expected to be filmed over 80 days in California, primarily Santa Barbara (this is where Neverland is located).
September 16 : Prince Jackson via Heal LA foundation, just announced a new series of events that will take place at Hayvenhurst in California: “King of Popcorn”. The first event will take place on December at 5pm on the property where fans and donators will be able to watch “Rush Hour 2” in the garden of Hayvenhurst, property of the Michael Jackson Estate. Ticket tag is $777 as a donation to Heal Los Angeles Foundation.
September 21 : Paris attends the Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS at The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills.
September 26 : Paris attends the ETAM Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France.
September 27 : Paris attends the YSL Beauty Party MYSLF as part of Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France.
September 28 : Paris attends the Christian Louboutin ‘Rouge Stiletto’ Beauty Event during Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 at YOYO in Palais de Tokyo in Paris, France.
September 30 : Paris & Omer Bhatti attend the #BoF500 Gala during Paris Fashion Week at Shangri-La Hotel Parisin Paris, France.
October 27 : Paris Jackson attends the annual “Casamigos” Halloween party inLos Angeles.
October 28 : Paris attends Vas Morgan and Michael Braun’s Halloween Party in Los Angeles.
November 18 : The Jackson family (including Katherine, Rebbie, Austin, Prince, Genevieve, Donte, Jermajesty, Randy Jr & Jaafar) hosts a party at Hayvenhurst to celebrate the retirement of a man called Jesus who worked for Katherine for 40 years.
December 01 : Paris attends star ceremony where Macaulay Culkin is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.
December 02 : Paris attends Vas Morgan’s 35th Birthday Party at Private Residence in West Hollywood, California.
December 16 : At Hayvenhurst, Prince Jacksons hosts “King of Popcorn Movie Night Series!”, a benefit event for the Heal Los Angeles Foundation.
December 24/25 : Prince & Bigi spend CHristmas with some of the cousins in Cabo, a resort city at the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, in the Mexican state of Baja California Sur. Paris stays in Los Angeles because of Covid.
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