July 01 : The biopic production team are set up at a house by Griffith Park, which is apparently Quincy Jones’ house in the movie.
July 03 : Janet shares two new pics : « Hi. MUA: @BerniciaBoateng »
July 06 : LaToya shares an old picture of Katherine & Joe : “In the beginning it all started with these two, Katherine and Joseph Jackson! Life is so precious, cherish your parents, love your parents and tell them how much you love them while they’re still with us!”
July 07 : Janet attends the “Cabaret” 1500th Gala Performance at The Kit Kat Club in London with Gil and singer Maxwell.
The boy from OZ who leapt to the top in Hollywood : Beebe’s big upcoming film is Michael, the story of mega music star Michael Jackson, directed by Antoine Fuqua. The UK-US production has some Screen Australia funding.
“Michael has been a fascinating journey,” he says. “We’ve been shooting already (at Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles and various California locations) and we’re about to restart shooting. The story has expanded and grown. Graham King, who’s producing, has wanted to address that.
“When we shot the first time we found that Michael’s catalogue is so huge, there are so many incredible songs, and we did a lot of performance. I think we were at an hour-and-a-half of just performance, without anyone saying a word of dialogue. So that’s what has led to us to try to expand the narrative.
“I will say that Jaafar Jackson, Jermaine’s son, has been an absolute revelation,” Beebe says. “It’s like the 28-year-old was born to play his uncle. He has Michael’s physicality and looks like Michael at a certain stage of Michael’s life. He can dance like Michael, which I never thought I’d ever say anyone could do, but this kid can. Truly, the closest you’ll ever get to seeing Michael perform again is watching Jaafar.”
July 08 : In a dramatic petition filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on July 8th, the Estate of Michael Jackson accuses Frank Cascio of masterminding a jaw-dropping extortion plot demanding up to $213 million, threatening to flip decades of fierce public support into salacious allegations about Michael. For over 30 years, the Cascios, Frank, his siblings Eddie, Dominic Jr., Aldo, and Marie Nicole, were by Michael’s side, vacationing with him, enjoying lavish gifts, and repeatedly defending his innocence on global TV.
Janet : “The FINAL Resorts World Residency shows are nearly two months away!”
CASE UPDATE: Extended Timeline : Both sides and the referee agreed that the discovery deadlines should be extended 6 months (February 10, 2027) due to various delays. A status conference is still scheduled for July 11. If judge agrees, this could delay any trial ’til spring 2027.
Janet Jackson and Maxwell Spark Romance Rumors as Step Out in London Holding Hands.
July 09 :
Michael Jackson Estate Identifies ‘Extortionate’ Abuse Accuser as ‘My Friend Michael’ Author
Michael Jackson Estate Files Court Petition Alleging $213 Million Extortion Plot by Frank Cascio
Court document for the Estate to compel arbitration to Frank Cascio and his cohorts via The Blast.
July 10 : The Estate Goes Public About Frank Cascio
Taj Jackson : “My brothers and I tried to warn you guys over a decade ago about this family. They lost all respect from me when they chose to purposely scam the public with fake Michael Jackson songs, sung by a sound a like. Then even went on Oprah to help sell this lucrative lie to the world. Money and greed can do horrible things to weak people. I’m so disgusted but not surprised unfortunately. They sold their soul and integrity awhile ago. I’m just pissed that my uncle wasted so much time, energy and money with these vultures.”
TJ Jackson : “It disgusts me how deceitful vultures can be. They act like they are true and real but they aren’t. They only care about themselves and the money they can make off of their connection to achievers. I’ve seen this so many times it’s not even surprising anymore. #anythingformoney”
July 11 : Paris Jackson Raises Concerns Over Estate’s “Irregular Payments”
July 12 : Janet takes Eissa to see Stevie Wonder’s concert at the Hyde Park in London. They attend the show from backstage and spend time with Stevie after his performance.
July 13 : Janet shares videos from yesterday’s concert of Stevie Wonder : “My baby and I saw cousin Stevie perform last night”.
July 14 : La Toya shares a short new video : “It’s another Monday! So get up every day and push through, no matter what! Wishing you all a great prosperous week filled with love, joy and light!”
TJ Jackson : “I want to give a shout out to the true ones in the MJ fandom who not only always had my uncle’s back but have ALWAYS looked through facts and used critical thinking. Thank you for your love of my uncle. It means the world to us… For everyone else, two things to always remember…
My uncle has always been 1000% innocent. He was simply too good for this world. Giving, helping and healing others with his heart was his language. Sadly this made him an easy target for those who wanted to exploit, extort and use him during life and even after in death.
His family has his back. The world sees him as a legend/icon but we see him first as an uncle, brother, father and son that we’ll 4ever miss. So for those who quickly question his family to discredit us while propping up non family, I hope this is a lesson learned. #MJForLife”
July 15 : Michael Jackson’s Estate Defends Legal Fees Amid Paris Jackson’s Concerns
According to filings, the estate argued that the compensation to their legal teams was entirely justified, citing the attorneys’ extensive experience, industry relationships, and their crucial role in securing major wins for Michael’s legacy, including the more than $287 million return on the EMI investment when Sony acquired the estate’s stake in 2018. The executors emphasized that these lawyers were “instrumental and critical,” pointing out that such expertise in the entertainment and international music publishing world could not simply be measured by hourly billing.
July 18 : Mick Jagger to appear in “Michael”
July 19 : Janet attends The Jacksons concert at 2025 at Englefield House, Englefield, Berkshire (one hour drive from London) with her son Eissa and best friend Gil. At the end of the show, Jackie & Marlon inviter her on stage to salute the audience.
July 20 : Janet shares videos from last night : “Words can’t express how much your nephew and I enjoyed tonite. It was so good seeing both of you as usual. God bless you on your journey. We love you SO much “
La Toya shares a short video on a private plane : “Cheers to a Sunday funday!”
July 23 : Michael Jackson Biopic Moves to April (Variety) : The Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” will open in standard theaters and in Imax worldwide on April 24, moving from its earlier October date. Lionsgate is releasing the film domestically, with Universal handling distribution in the rest of the world except for Japan, which is handled by Kino Films.
Lionsgate & Universal’s Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ Moves To Pre-Summer 2026 (Deadline) : EXCLUSIVE: Lionsgate and Universal‘s Michael Jackson biopic Michael is officially moving to Friday, April 24, and that’s a global theatrical release. At the same time, we hear that a second movie about Jackson remains in development. The delay with Michael has been twofold, one being its length — there was a first cut in excess of 3½ hours. There also have been reports that the initial cut of the movie made references to 13-year old Jordan Chandler, who accused Jackson of molestation and who the pop singer settled with for $20M in 1994 with no admission of guilt. While the screenplay by three-time Oscar nominee John Logan was developed, approved by the estate and shot to include Chandler, after production wrapped, it was revealed there was an agreement for him not to be included. Hence the production had to go back and re-approach the material.
July 24 : Michael Jackson Biopic Coming as One Film in April 2026, Will Probably Celebrate Music and Avoid Legal Problems : A decision has finally been made about the Michael Jackson biopic. Lionsgate has set a release for April 24, 2026. “Michael” will be one film, not two. It will likely be a celebration of Jackson’s music and avoid the legal troubles that plagued him starting in 1993.
July 26 : La Toya shares a video with Joseph from “Life With La Toya” : “Memories, Happy Birthday Joseph!”
July 31 : Janet attends The Jacksons’ concert in the stunning grounds of Audley End in Essex, a ceremonial county in the East of England. At the end of the show, Jackie & Marlon inviter her on stage to salute the audience.
Paris Jackson and Fiancé Justin Long End Engagement as Star Says She Cried ‘Breakup Tears’
Paris Jackson and her fiancé Justin Long have called it quits. The singer-songwriter, 27, and her music producer beau have broken off their engagement, PEOPLE confirms. Jackson shared the split news in a post shared to X on Thursday, July 31, in which she said that she was crying “breakup tears” in emotional photos published by the Daily Mail earlier this month. The “Hit Your Knees” singer — who has spent the summer on tour with Incubus — announced her engagement to Long in December, writing in an Instagram post that she “couldn’t dream of anyone more perfect” for her.
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