What is the controversy surrounding the Michael Jackson biopic?

The Jackson family has condemned Universal's plan to premiere the biopic with a holographic "resurrection" of Michael Jackson at London's O2 Arena, calling it "ghoulish" and "deeply disrespectful."

How does Paris Jackson feel about the biopic?

Paris Jackson, the late singer's 27-year-old daughter, has distanced herself from the project, saying the story being told is full of inaccuracies and lies.

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Michael Jackson's Family Slams Universal's Holographic Premiere Plan as "Disrespectful"

Q: What was Michael Jackson's connection to the O2 Arena?

The biopic is set to launch at the same venue where Jackson was meant to begin his This Is It residency in July 2009, just 18 days before his death at the age of 50.

10 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Universal plans holographic "resurrection" of Michael Jackson at O2 Arena premiere
Jackson's family calls the idea "ghoulish" and "deeply disrespectful"
Biopic faces criticism over inaccuracies, with Paris Jackson distancing herself from the project

Michael Jackson's Family Slams Universal's Holographic Premiere Plan as "Disrespectful"

In a move that has sparked outrage, Universal is planning to premiere its upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, with a holographic "resurrection" of the late pop icon at London's O2 Arena. The film, which has faced delays, is set to launch next spring at the same venue where Jackson was meant to begin his This Is It residency in July 2009, just 18 days before his death at the age of 50.