May 01 : ‘Michael’ Workin’ Day And Night: Crossing $300M WW To Become No. 2 Musical Biopic Ever – Box Office : “EXCLUSIVE: Liongate’s Michael is crossing $300M today around the globe which will unseat Warner Bros’ 8x Oscar nominated Elvis ($288.6M) as the No. 2 musical biopic ever, just behind Bohemian Rhapsody ($911M), which was also produced by Michael producer Graham King.”
BREAKING: 🇺🇸 Michael Jackson storms Spotify global charts as biopic “Michael” sparks massive streaming surge, with classics like “Billie Jean” re-entering the Top 10.
VIDEO : How the MICHAEL Biopic Is Breaking Records!
VIDEO : Growing up Jackson: Prince Jackson opens up with Ellen K
News: Nia Long, who plays Michael Jackson’s mother in MICHAEL, is claiming she was paid less than her male co-stars despite a contract guaranteeing her parity. Mediation with Lionsgate is likely.
Michael Movie social medias release a BTS video of the “Thriller” make up.
May 02 : MICHAEL ($300M+) has officially become the highest-grossing music biopic EVER for an American artist! It took just one week to break this record!
“Michael” added $14.4 million domestically on its second Friday in theaters. By Sunday, Lionsgate’s musical biopic about the King of Pop should add $51 million. Its North American total is expected to reach $180 million through the weekend.
Huge: Michael has crossed the 2 million admissions mark at the very start of its second weekend en France! It’s the fourth film to achieve this in 2026. It now looks on track to reach 5 million admissions.
Taj Jackson on X : “Do I have to drag you again, @nypost. Leave my family alone with your lies and click bait articles. You and your fake sources. A “family source”.. blah blah blah. Stacy Brown, you have no credibility, never have. That’s why I’ve called you a weasel in the past. And just so you know, Stacy Brown was having dinner with the prosecution team during my uncle’s trial. Stop trusting the tabloids.”
LaToya : “Don’t forget to see the movie Michael this weekend! Enjoy it!!! Michael #michaelmovie”
May 03 : “Michael” earned a massive $54 million in its second weekend. Lionsgate’s musical biopic about Michael Jackson has been a major draw with $183.8 million in North America and $423 million globally. In France, #MichaelMovie holds onto the top spot at the French box office during its second Saturday in theaters.
Michael holds onto the top spot at the French box office on its second Saturday in theaters in France.
MASSIVE! Michael Jackson is now the #1 most streamed artist in both the United Kingdom🇬🇧 and Germany🇩🇪 — two of the five largest music markets in the world!
Michae lJackson is the Global Digital Artist for a 3rd straight day with huge points of 9.617, and dominates the Worldwide iTunes Song chart with 14 hits and the Worldwide iTunes Top 10 Albums chart with 3 LPs still charting,
“Michael” IMAX Singalong & Special Merch in Hong Kong
Japan Announces “FLIX Special: Michael” Magazine Ahead of Film Release
May 04 : Katherine turns 96.
Janet shares pictures of Katherine and Jackie : “The Queen of queens turns 96 today. A beautiful soul who has touched so many lives with quiet wisdom, enduring faith, and a love that never falters. May God’s gentle grace surround you today & always, bringing you peace, sweet moments of laughter, and the deep comfort of knowing how very cherished you are. Every year with you is a treasure, and our hearts hold you with the deepest gratitude and love”
“Jackie, I feel so truly fortunate to call you my brother. You are loved far more than words can say, and my prayer for you today is that your heart overflows with peace, love, and joy”
LaToya shares pictures with Katherine and Jackie : “Sending much to Mother 96 today! You are such a delight, and I am so fortunate to have you in my life! You have brought nothing but greatness and kindness, not only to my siblings, but to the world as well! Jackie Happy birthday! I U both dearly!”
TJ Jackson : “Today my grandmother turned 96 years old. Words can’t express how important she has been to my, my brothers and my cousins lives. She is such an important maternal figure that she will always be the queens of all queens to me. I love you grandma and wish I could give you a hug today. I’ll see you soon.”
Asa Soltan shares new pics of Soltan Jackson with Katherine : “The beautiful Matriarch of the Family, Grandma. 96 years old today and still the sharpest, kindest, funniest, sassiest, and strongest person. She is the heart of the family. We love you Grandma.”
“Michael” Box Office Report: Week 1 Global Breakdown
Jaafar attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating “Costume Art” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
‘Michael’ Breakout KeiLyn Durrel Jones Explains Why the New Ending Was an “Astonishing Dream Come True” : “I know that everyone involved really wanted to tell this story in any capacity that we could. And so if there were legal limitations, then I think they handled it with grace and aplomb in the way they decided to tell this story,” Jones says. “Listen, you’d be hard pressed to tell your story or my story in two hours, let alone an icon like Michael Jackson. The Thriller album itself could be a two-hour movie. So being that they decided to tell the story the way they did, I’m just honored and flattered to be along for the ride. I think it turned out beautifully, and whatever’s next is whatever’s next.”
As ‘Michael’ Eyes a Sequel, Will the Divide Between Fans and Critics Intensify?
May 05 : Jaafar Jackson and the Michael Cast Step Out Together at the 2026 Met Gala
Janet shares new pics from a photoshoot in Japan : “What’s cookin’ Japan? R u ready for us in June?”
Photos: @solaimanfazel
Shirt: @sacaiofficial
Pants: @entire_studios
Shoes: @christianlouboutin
Makeup: @prestonmakeup
Stylist: @laureltcanyon
Hair: @sazzedbysisters
Lionsgate’s Michael grossed $4.58M on Monday (from 3,955 locations). Total domestic gross stands at $188.78M.
VIDEO : Jaafar Jackson on Playing Michael and His First Met | Vogue
Jaafar Jackson, Juliano Valdi and Graham King are spotted celebrating the success of the Michael Movie at Lionsgate HQ.
MICHAEL highest-grossing markets at the international box office after it has crossed $424M last weekend ($184M domestically):
May 06 : Michael Jackson Hits Record Streaming Numbers Thanks to Wild Success of Biopic : “Michael is on pace to gross upwards of $1 billion, and it’s causing an enormous surge of interest in his back catalog, sending Thriller up to Number Seven on the Billboard 200”.
Michael Jackson Shatters His Best Streaming Week Total After Biopic Release, as Catalog Floods Charts : “The King of Pop’s solo song catalog registered a collective 137.5 million official on-demand streams for the week of April 24-30 in the United States, according to Luminate, up 146% and more than doubling his previous career high.”
May 07 : The Cascio family has launched a brutal counterattack in response to the success of the film Michael and Michael’s global fame. On Sunday, Australia’s ABC will air its tabloid show 60 Minutes, featuring the most toxic individuals who have openly bashed Michael.
Michael Jackson: The Cascio Cash Grab Circus
Michael Takes Over Dubai Skies
HMV Japan Launches “Michael” Poster Giveaway Campaign
VIDEO : Jaafar is a guest on Live With Kelly and Mark.
Thriller is NUMBER ONE on worldwide iTunes chart, beating every living artist, 43 years after its release!!
Lionsgate’s Michael grossed $4.74M on Wednesday (from 3,955 locations). Total domestic gross stands at $199.93M.
As of today, Michael is the tenth highest-grossing biopic of all time, with a worldwide gross of $439,108,675 and only 12 days of recorded figures, according to @boxofficemojo.
LaToya shares new pics with Janet! This is the first time we see them in public since 2009! We can see Austin, Brandi and Jermaine Jr (Jay) : “Jan’s 60th! Love seeing family, friends and just relaxing! Signing Jan’s birthday card and wishing her many lovely years! I love you sweetheart!! thejacksons #brandi #austinbrown #janetjackson #latoyajackson”
New pics from Janet’s press tour in Japan! She appears alongside Riehata, a famous Japanese-Filipina dancer and choreographer.
Jermaine shares new pictures with Katherine : “Spending time with my mother during her golden years — from her holding my son Abu Bakr as a baby to watching their bond grow, connecting generations as he does. My family and I are truly blessed to spend these days together with our mother at this age; reaching 96 is a true blessing. When I was younger I used to hold on to her skirt, crying because I didn’t want to leave her side — and today, after so many years, I am still by her side.”
May 08 : Janet attends the GRAMMY Hall of Fame Gala 2026 at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. On stage, Janet accepts her induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame for ‘Rhythm Nation 1814’ courtesy of Jimmy Jam.
Janet shares a new pic : “Grammy Hall of Fame Gala @grammymuseum”
Photos: @solaimanfazel
Clothes: @sacaiofficial
Jewelry: @messika
Makeup: @prestonmakeup
Stylist: @laureltcanyon
Hair: @sazzedbysisters
MICHAEL has officially crossed the $200M mark at the domestic box office this Thursday. The film grossed $4.06M on Thursday (from 3,955 locations). Total domestic gross stands at $203.99M. It’s only the second music biopic to ever cross this milestone in North America.
60 Minutes Australia, the Cascios, and the Michael Jackson Hit Piece That Arrived Too Late
TJ Jackson on X : “It’s comical but also sad how desperate and despicable these once respectable outlets have become. I hope they asked the Ca$cios about the fraudulent songs they sold or the many interviews (and even books) they wrote (as grown men) that were rightfully talking about the innocence and legendary heart of my uncle. It’s all about the $ with them. Giving these grifters an unchallenged voice (especially with their history) is a joke. They would do anything for money. Anything, anything…”
Michael Jackson Earns First U.K. No. 1 Album in 17 Years Following Biopic’s Success
LaToya : “Ready to race? Joining Ru and me this week for the season premiere of @RuPaulsDragRace #AllStars11 now streaming on @ParamountPlus! rupaulsdragrace #instagood #thejacksons #latoyajackson”
LaToya : “It was such a pleasure to have met you @jessiesula What a beautiful kind lovely young lady! You did a fabulous job! I thank you! Guys, if you haven’t seen it, go see the #michael movie this weekend! MichaelMovie #jaafarjackson #thejacksons “#latoyajackson
Grace Rwaramba shares rare pics with Miko Brando and his daughter Prudence Brando from her years together working at MJJ Productions. Grace was hired in 1992. She reveals Miko Brando is the person responsible for Michael asking her to be his Nanny in January 1997.
May 09 : Janet Jackson Says ‘Rhythm Nation’ Is “Alive and Well” at Grammy Hall of Fame Gala
Jaafar and Graham King attend the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round Two Game Three of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles.
In France, Michael Movies surpasses 3 million admissions by the end of its third Friday in theaters! It’s set to perform far better than #BohemianRhapsody and will undoubtedly surpass 5 million admissions.
Lionsgate : “Jaafar Jackson immediately knew who Jamal Henderson was playing in MICHAEL. Get tickets to #MichaelMovie – NOW PLAYING in theaters:”
Michael Box Office Passes Nearly Unheard-Of Milestone In Week 3 While Conquering An All-Time Chart : “Lionsgate has now announced that Michael is expected to close out its third weekend in theaters by hitting a cumulative global box office total of $570 million, comprising $238.9 million from domestic theaters and $331.1 million from international markets. This means that the movie has more or less simultaneously become the second music biopic ever to pass the $500 million global milestone (after Bohemian Rhapsody) and the No. 1 music biopic of all time in North America (passing Bohemian Rhapsody’s $216.7 million domestic gross).”
Rich + Tone Bring Michael Jackson’s Spirit to Tokyo for Michael Promotion Launch : Tokyo witnessed an electrifying celebration of Michael Jackson’s legacy on May 9 as the “Michael Dance Challenge” kicked off the Japanese promotion for the upcoming biopic Michael at Kabukicho Cinecity Plaza.
May 10 : VIDEO : 60 Minutes airs an interview of the Cascio siblings.
LaToya shares pictures of Katherine : “To all the incredible mothers that have given us life, strength and unconditional love! I say to you Happy Mother’s Day!”
Janet shares new pics : “Grammy Hall of Fame Induction Night @grammymuseum”
Photos: @solaimanfazel
Clothes & Belt Accessory: @sacaiofficial
Jewelry: @messika
Makeup: @prestonmakeup
Stylist: @laureltcanyon
Hair: @sazzedbysisters
Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ officially earns its first week in the top 5 on the Billboard 200 this century. Michael Jackson has now earned a new Billboard 200 top 10 album in each of the last six decades (1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s and 2020s). He’s the fifth artist to achieve this.
MICHAEL has now officially crossed the $570M mark at the global box office. Domestically, it’s hit $240M this weekend, the biggest music biopic EVER.
May 11 : “Michael” Box Office Report: Week 2 Global Breakdown : “Worldwide, Michael remains the number 4 film of 2026 with $577.3 million globally. The film is now closing the gap on Pegasus 3 ($649.8 million) and Project Hail Mary ($655.7 million), while staying comfortably ahead of The Devil Wears Prada 2 ($433.2 million).”
Michael Movie Takes Over Wellington Bus Stop
“Michael” Returns to IMAX in Major Markets Following Strong Demand
Michael Jackson Now Has a Billboard 200 Top 10 Album In Each Decade Since the ‘70s — Who Else Does?
Michael Becomes Second Highest-Grossing Biopic of All Time, Beating Out Elvis
Global Box Office : “MICHAEL is now tracking to be the first biopic to EVER cross the $1 BILLION mark at the global box office! It has made so far $242M in America, passed $45M in the U.K., $31M in France, and crossed $20M in Brazil, Mexico and Italy!”
Michael Jackson now has 9 songs inside the Top 50 Global Spotify chart!
May 12 : Stars Shine at ‘Michael’ VIP Screening in Seoul : “The VIP preview screening of Michael was held on the afternoon of May 11 at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, drawing a huge crowd of celebrities, idols, dancers, and entertainers eager to celebrate the highly anticipated film. With Michael officially opening in Korean theaters on May 13, anticipation continues to build not only for the film itself, but also for the growing wave of special cinema events and collectible merchandise tied to the release.”
Prince Estate Shares Powerful Message About Michael Jackson
VIDEO Prince Jackson : Get Ready With Me for the Michael Premiere in Hollywood (Part 1)
Janet shares a video from the Grammy induction ceremony : “May the music of Rhythm Nation continue to bring us together in peace”
@cx_mezamashi shares a new pic of Janet in Japan : “Tomorrow, Wednesday the 13th, on #MezamashiTV Entertainment Pick Up A rare joint interview [Part 2] with #JanetJackson, who will hold an arena tour in Japan next month, and #HANA, who will perform as the opening act ; A question from #CHIKA reveals a precious and heartwarming story about Janet and her son”.
Global Box Office : “MICHAEL is back to @IMAX this coming weekend due to huge popular demand. The King of Pop biopic is crossing TODAY the $600M mark at the global box office.”
Taj Jackson : “This will be my 8th..
1 private screening before movie was finished.
1 Jackson Family screening
1 Hollywood premiere.
Advance screening IMAX.(paid ticket)
Opening day IMAX(paid ticket)
Regular ticket(paid)
Regular ticket(France, paid ticket)”
May 13 : Paris Jackson Wins Key Court Victory in Estate Dispute : “According to newly released court documents, a Los Angeles judge ruled that $625,000 in bonus payments made in 2018 to outside law firms by estate executors John Branca and John McClain must be returned to the estate. The court sustained Paris Jackson’s objection to the payments, officially disallowing the bonuses and ordering that the funds be repaid.”
Wanna Be Repayin’ Somethin’: Paris Jackson Claims “Massive Win” Over Michael Jackson Estate Lawyers’ Big-Bucks Bonuses : “The Executors shall not make any bonus payments to an attorney as a payment on account without the written consent of all beneficiaries or an order of the referee/court,” Beckloff said.
Fans Can Win Tickets to the “Michael” Japan Premiere on June 4
Global Box Office : “King is back to the top! MICHAEL has officially retaken the #1 spot in America, having now topped the domestic BO both on Monday and Tuesday!
Michael — $3,7M Monday / $4,7M Tuesday
The Devil Wears Prada 2 — $3,4M / $4,7M
Mortal Kombat II — $2,8M / $3.7M”
May 14 : Hollywood “MICHAEL” Statue Finds New Home
Janet shares a new video : “Hey Japan, we’re just a little ways away from seeing you! June 9th, 13th, 14th, 17th. Details in bio.”
JANET JACKSON JAPAN 2026 shares a new video of Janet
Global Box Office : MICHAEL is now tracking to become the first movie since WEAPONS to retake the #1 domestic spot after missing it. Back in @IMAX , the King of Pop biopic is making $26M–$29M domestically this weekend, dropping only 24–29%!
May 15 : “Billie Jean” lifts to No. 1 (+1) on Global Spotify for the very first time with 6.028 Million streams, 43 years after its release!
Michael Jackson has reached the top position of 3 different Spotify charts!
-Daily Top Artists Global
-Weekly Top Artists Global
-Daily Top Songs Global
He’s the only legacy artist to achieve this.
Michael Movie ends its 3rd full week once again on top of #TheDevilWearsPrada2 at US #BoxOffice yesterday!
LaToya : “If you haven’t seen it yet go see the movie Michael this weekend! @JaafarJackson does an incredible job! Graham King did an amazing job it’s back in IMAX Michaelmovie #Jaafar #michaeljackson #latoyajackson”
VIDEO : Heal LA Joins Stars on the Red Carpet for the Michael Premiere in Hollywood (Part 2)
May 16 : Janet turns 60 years old. Family, friends and fans celebrate her on social medias. Janet shares a nine minutes video from her birthday party last week in Los Angeles with family and friends including Mustapha Farrakhan, LaToya, Austin, Brandi, Jermaine Jr, Genevieve, Jimmy Jam, Johnny Gill, Gil, Preston, Tony, Joey , : “I’m so grateful for the outpouring of love today. You have all made my 60th so special. Every single post, tribute, and wish touches my heart. I thank God for every additional day of life and for putting each of you in it. Wishing you all returned blessings & I look forward to seeing you soon.I love you. J”
Austin Brown, Rebbie’s son with a message for his auntie Janet for her 60th birthday celebration! : “My whole life, any time I needed to reach auntie janet, and needed something..she’s always there!”
May 17 : No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer: ‘Michael’ No. 1 Around The Globe With $704M WW Cume : “Refresh for more…No payola going on here, just pure ticket sales around the world. Michael remained atop the box office charts like it was a 1982 Billboard music chart, reclaiming No. 1 in his fourth frame with $83.8M ($26.1M U.S./$57.7M Int’l in 83 territories) for a running global cume of $703.8M ($282.7M U.S./$421M overseas). The respective domestic and international weekend dips of -31% via Lionsgate and -14% via Universal is everything a competing studio can be jealous of. And get this, Japan, which is a bound to be a big grossing territory (Jackson’s finale concert doc This Is It made $57M there), doesn’t open until June 12.
What was new for the Antoine Fuqua directed movie this weekend? Korea which opened to $4.9M, No. 1 in the market, which is great because U.S. stuff post Covid struggles there. The pic was released on the newly created Culture Day (May 13). Michael posted the highest grossing musical biopic opening of all time as well as the biggest MPA opening of the year in the market, deafening Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody. Playing on 1,733 screens, it’s the widest release ever there for a musical biopic. Audience reactions are excellent with a 95% CGV Egg score.”
Box Office: ‘Michael’ Returns to No. 1 in Fourth Weekend : “So far, the Michael Jackson biopic has generated $283 million in North America and a staggering $703.8 million globally. It already ranks as the highest-grossing musical biopic in North America, outpacing 2018’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” ($216 million). The Queen biopic is larger at the worldwide box office with $911 million, though “Michael” should eventually supplant that record, too.”
Michael Jackson has surpassed 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify for the first time in his career.
May 18 : “Michael” Box Office Report: Week 3 Global Breakdown
MJ currently has both the #1 movie and song in the world! Michael Jackson is #1 on the Billboard Global 200 singles chart for the first time in his career.
Michael Jackson Rules Billboard Artist 100 for First Time, Thanks to Continued ‘Michael’ Biopic Success : “Nearly two decades after his death, Michael Jackson is the biggest artist in the United States. The late superstar, who died in 2009, tops the Billboard Artist 100 chart for the first time, powered by the continued success of the Michael biopic and a massive resurgence across streaming, radio and sales.”
Michael Jackson’s ‘Billie Jean’ Thrills at No. 1 on Billboard Global 200 : “More than 43 years after its release, Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” is the biggest song in the world, rising two spots to No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart. The song has surged from No. 65 three weeks earlier as the biopic Michael continues to draw moviegoers, topping the latest box office over its fourth weekend of release.”
Paris Jackson Dragging MJ Estate Back to Court For Extra 6-Figure Sum : “According to new court docs, obtained by TMZ, Paris said she now wants more than the $625K returned. Michael’s daughter said the executors should be on the hook for $463,752 in interest that accrued on the amounts owed back to the estate. A rep for the estate tells TMZ, “The Executors are aware of the filing and are confident it will be rejected in due course. The Executors’ focus at this time, however, is on continuing to celebrate Michael Jackson and grow the Estate’s business in light of the record-breaking success of the motion picture ‘Michael.’”
May 19 : LaToya shares a video from RuPaul : You learn something new every day, working with Ru and the girls @RuPaulsDragRace ! #AllStars11 now streaming on @ParamountPlus ! rupaulsdragrace #instagood #rupaul #latoyajackson
VIDEO : Prince Michael Jackson talks about his “Heal LA” Foundation
May 21 : Michael’ Sequel: Lionsgate Film Chief Promises ‘A Big and Satisfying Movie’ With ‘Most Popular’ Music Still to Come : “Michael,” the smash hit biopic, makes it clear that moviegoers haven’t seen the last of Michael Jackson, with the film ending with the words, “His Story Continues.” And Lionsgate, the studio behind the film, told investors and analysts on a quarterly earnings call on Thursday that it is hard at work on a sequel. “We are really excited about the progress we’re making with respect to a second ‘Michael’ film,” Adam Fogelson, the company’s film chief, said. “All the conversations that we’ve been having with all of the appropriate parties continue to go exceptionally well.”
As ‘Michael 2’ Comes Together, Lionsgate Film Chief Confident Studio Can Pull Off Another “Big And Satisfying Movie For A Global Audience”: “We can go forwards and backwards in telling this story. There are so many other events that happened, even in the time frame of the original movie, that weren’t touched upon. So we’re very, very confident that we’ve got an incredibly entertaining movie that will appeal once again to a global audience as the pieces come together,” he added, responding to a question about the events that would be covered in a second film. Asked about the economics of Michael 2, Fogelson noted that the studio has “25% to 30% of a second movie already shot from the prior production activity, and so obviously that will have some benefit ultimately. But we’ll make sure we make a big and satisfying movie for a global audience once again, so I wouldn’t want to quantify exactly what that’s going to look like. But undoubtedly that 25% to 30% will be material.”
New interview and photoshoot of Janet in Billboard Japan : “I haven’t forgotten the promise I made to everyone a long time to release new work. I’ve been recording in the studio and making music since the beginning of the year. I really want to deliver new music to my fans before the end of the year.”
May 22 : Michael 2 Already in the Works? Lionsgate Teases More Michael Jackson Story
Exclusive Interview: Lionsgate, Jackson Estate Talk ‘Michael’ : “Then Branca revealed the line that may have fans buzzing. “It was always our hope to have the first biopic with a sequel,” he said. Though Branca stressed nothing official has been announced, insiders close to the production say there is enormous appetite for another film exploring Jackson’s later years, including the “Dangerous” era, the Super Bowl halftime show, the marriages, media wars, and the crushing pressure of global fame.”
May 23 : “Michael” Japan Premiere Set for June 4
Paris performs during the 2026 BottleRock festival at Napa Valley Expo in Napa, California.
Paris Jackson, Michael Jackson’s daughter, proves her musical edge at BottleRock
LaToya shares a new video with Katherine, Rebbie & Jermaine : “Spending time in my mother‘s bedroom with family! However I must say #happymemorialsday to all, to all the soldiers that served to protect us! We love you, we honour you! Safe travels everyone! memorialsday #thejacksonfamily #Jermainejackson #latoyajackson”
Billboard Japan releases a video of Janet’s interview.
May 24 : Michael Gets Its Premiere in Moscow : “On May 22, the Russian capital hosted a glamorous premiere event for Michael, bringing together local celebrities, influencers, entertainment personalities, and invited guests for a night inspired by the King of Pop himself. While none of the movie’s cast members or production staff attended — an expected absence given the current geopolitical climate — organizers still recreated the atmosphere of a major Hollywood premiere.”
Box Office: ‘Michael’ Nears $800 Million, ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Hits $600 Million Globally : “Michael” is nearing another major box office milestone. The musical biopic about Michael Jackson has generated $788 million globally and will soon eclipse the $800 million mark. Over the weekend, “Michael” added $28.5 million overseas in another strong showing. The crowd-pleaser, distributed by Universal internationally and Lionsgate domestically, has grossed $468 million overseas and $319 million domestically to date. With one significant market — Japan — yet to open, “Michael” should eventually surpass 2018’s sensation “Bohemian Rhapsody” ($911 million) to stand as the highest-grossing musical biopic of all time.
VIDEO : NEW LEAK Michael Jackson & Paul Anka- It’ Don’t Matter To Me [2013 Mix]
May 25 : “Michael” Box Office Report: Week 4 Global Breakdown : “After four weeks in release, Michael has now earned an impressive $788,047,189 worldwide. International markets continue to lead the film’s success with $468,137,000 (59.4%), while domestic earnings in the United States have reached $319,910,189 (40.6%).”
MJ Estate : “After 91 engagements in 82 different cities, the first leg of the @MJtheMusical National Tour wraps up. Enjoy a look back at the last 3 years during which 78 actors, and 29 musicians have performed on the stage while being supported by 43 crew, 4 touring creatives, 12 stage managers, 5 company managers, 7 physical therapists, 9 tutor/guardians and 2 merch managers. Thanks to everyone for your efforts to make these past 3 years so memorable.”
May 26 : Music biopic #MICHAEL had a fantastic #MemorialDay holiday at US #BoxOffice! KING OF POP #MichaelJackson grossed STRONG 6.5M on #5 BIGGEST 5th MON of ALL TIME (Top Below), powerful +133% boost from last MON, despite losing -254 theatres & all IMAX last FRI! BIGGEST 5th MON EVER for APR releases!
VIDEO : Paris Jackson On Grief, Music & Growing Up In The Spotlight : In a new interview, Paris Jackson reveals that she visited her aunt Janet last year when she went to Radiohead’s concert in London.
Pop Base : ‘Billie Jean’ by Michael Jackson remains at #1 on the Global Spotify chart with 5.47 million streams. It has now spent 10 days at #1.
A new photo of Katherine Jackson alongside her grandson was shared by Jermaine Jackson’s wife via Instagram maday_jackson
May 27 : John McClain, Co-Executor of Michael Jackson Estate, Dies at 71 : “According to reports, McClain passed away Tuesday in Malibu after battling health issues for several years. While the exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed, his passing marks the end of a remarkable career that helped shape modern pop and R&B music.”
John McClain, Co-Executor of Michael Jackson Estate and Longtime Music Executive, Dies at 71 : “Estate co-executor John Branca said in a statement: “I am profoundly grieved at the loss of my partner and brother John McClain. One of the great innovators in the world of music and music marketing, John was a visionary, seeing past the mundane and into the future.”
Michael Jackson Estate : “With profound sadness, the Michael Jackson Estate shares the passing of co-executor John McClain. John was an amazing human being and great friend to all who were lucky enough to know him. His legacy will live on through the lives he touched & the music he helped bring the world.”
Global Box Office : “MICHAEL crossed the $800M mark at the global box office this Tuesday. It’s tracking to become the highest-grossing biopic of all time, surpassing OPPENHEIMER.”
Colman Domingo shares a new picture with Jaafar on Instgram.
Paris Jackson Explains Why Her Relationship With Dad Michael Jackson Is “No One’s Business” : “I’m now learning I can have my own personal relationship and I’m allowed to be private about it,” Paris said on the May 26 episode of the Trying Not to Die podcast. “I’m now like, my relationship is the most beautiful relationship ever. “I’m not going to express my love in a copycat way, copying someone that didn’t know him,” she shared. “Because I did. That was my best friend.”
May 28 : Michael Movie will be shown in a soccer stadium on May 31, in Russia. This will celebrate of a concert that Michael held in the country, in the same stadium
May 29 : LaToya celebrates her 70th birthday and shares a video from Ru Paul’s Drag Race : Today’s my birthday and guess who surprise me with a lovely cake? Love the cake Ru!! @RuPaulsDragRace #AllStars11 streaming on @ParamountPlus! birthdaygirl #rupaulsdragrace #thejacksons #latoyajackson
Rebbie turns 76 but does not celebrate as a devout Jehovah Witness.
Janet shares a story for her sisters birthdays : “To my beautiful sisters : All my love and prayers for your health and joy today and forever. I live you”.
Heritage Live : “So excited to announce that Janet Jackson will be performing an exclusive UK show, for one night only, on the beautiful grounds of the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk for HeritageLive Festival on Wednesday, 19th August! Joining her will be the amazing Wyclef Jean and Soul II Soul! Can’t wait – this is going to be awesome! Sign up to Presale here (link in Bio).”
Michael Movie social medias : “The looks behind the legend: MICHAEL Costume Designer Marci Rodgers. #MichaelMovie – NOW PLAYING in theaters”
Jaafar recently visited where he had help preparing for ‘Michael’, in a class of actors.
Grace Rwaramba posts about the Cascio family on her Facebook/Instagram pages. She shares that in March 2019, she got a phone call from Connie Cascio : “She told me that Aldo had “hit his head” and had been acting out in a way they could not explain, until “Leaving Neverland” aired. I pointed Connie to a statement I had just given to ABC News. I told her plainly, if I had ever suspected Michael of abusing children, I would have reported him to the authorities. I wonder if they thought I was bitter enough to lend my name to their allegations. After the March 2019 call with Connie, I did not hear from the Cascio family again”.
May 31 : MICHAEL Takes Over Tokyo With Immersive Fan Experience
LaToya shares a new pic : “I wish to thank you all for the lovely birthday greetings. How sweet, how kind, how thoughtful! I am very grateful for every last one of you! I thank you for thinking of me and sharing your support, it means a lot to me.
Many blessings to you all!”
Box office report : “Lionsgate & Universal’s Michael has passed the $850M global mark. Estimated totals through Sunday
Domestic – $339.9M
International – $511.4M
Global – $851.3M”
Jackson Dynasty 