Jaafar Jackson opened up about what he believes is the biggest misconception surrounding Michael Jackson while attending the Los Angeles premiere of the upcoming biopic Michael.
Jaafar, who plays his late uncle in the film, appeared on the red carpet before its nationwide release and talked about taking on one of the most iconic roles in music history.
When asked about the biggest misconception about Michael Jackson, he said many people wrongly believed that the singer “wanted to be white.”
He explained that the film shows Michael Jackson’s struggle with vitiligo, a condition that causes loss of skin color, and said many people did not fully understand how it affected him throughout his life.
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Jaafar said Michael had been dealing with the condition from a young age and that the film aims to give viewers a clearer understanding of this part of his life.
The authorized film, produced by Lionsgate, on April 24 and has already received attention from selected screenings.
Jaafar’s performance has been praised by some early viewers, who say he closely matches Michael Jackson’s voice, appearance, and style.
As the release date approaches, his comments have sparked fresh discussion about Michael Jackson’s legacy and the stories that surrounded him for many years.
