Jaafar Jackson, Star Of Lionsgate’s Michael Jackson Biopic, Signs With CAA

Jaafar Jackson, nephew of Michael Jackson and star of Lionsgate’s upcoming biopic on the King of Pop, has signed with CAA for representation.

Jackson makes his acting debut portraying his late uncle in the Antoine Fuqua-directed Michael, which is slated to hit theaters worldwide in April 2025. GK Films produced produced the pic alongside John Branca and John McClain, the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate. Lionsgate is distributing the film in the U.S. and Japan, while Universal Pictures has rights for all offshore territories.

Despite being part of such a rich musical family legacy, it wasn’t until he was 12-years-old that Jaafar started playing piano and singing with the intent to pursue a career in music. Outside of his artistic pursuits, he dedicates his time to organizations committed to ending human trafficking and world hunger.

Jackson continues to be represented by David Weber and Robert Offer at Sloane, Offer, Weber & Dern.