Michael Jackson biopic screening disrupted by family scuffle: Report
What's the story
The Jackson family reunion in Los Angeles last week for the private screening of the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic turned into a heated confrontation. The tension, reportedly, was between siblings Janet and Jermaine Jackson. While the screening initially had an electric atmosphere with over 60 family members present, it quickly soured when Janet started criticizing the film, leading to a furious exchange with Jermaine.
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Janet's unexpected backlash shocks family members
According to Page Six, Janet, 59, was reportedly critical of almost every aspect of the film. A source said, "She had something negative about almost every scene... The acting, the makeup, how the actors spoke, even how they walked." This unexpected backlash from the singer, who comes right behind Jackson in the stardom rankings inside the family, shocked other relatives who were anticipating unanimous support for the project.
Tension escalates
'You are going to miss this wave': Jermaine to Janet
Jermaine, 71, reportedly confronted Janet in response to her criticism. A family insider said he told his sister, "You are going to miss this wave." "You are so jealous - just get on the wave." This blunt exchange shocked younger family members who had never seen such open disagreement between Jackson's immediate siblings. The dispute highlighted deeper divisions within the Jackson clan over their late brother's legacy. Janet has supported Jackson's daughter Paris in her legal battle against Jackson's estate.
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More about the biopic 'Michael'
The biopic, titled Michael, features Jaafar Jackson, Jermaine's son, in the lead role. The 29-year-old has been praised by early viewers for his portrayal of the King of Pop Music. Family insiders say Jermaine sees this project as a chance to revive the Jackson brand and reconnect with their audience after Jackson's tragic death in 2009. The film is set to release worldwide on April 24.