Taj Jackson Defends Family Amid Biopic Buzz and Tabloid Claims

Taj Jackson has vehemently denied recent tabloid reports alleging that the Jackson family intends to "cash in" on the success of the "Michael" biopic. He took to social media to criticize a specific article, labeling it as "clickbait" and urging fans to cease trusting such publications and their anonymous sources.

The controversial report suggested that several Jackson family members, including La Toya, Rebbie, Jermaine, Jackie, and Marlon, were committed to a potential family tour following the movie's release, with efforts also underway to involve Janet Jackson.

Amidst the biopic's release, Taj Jackson has been actively defending his uncle's legacy online. He asserted that the public, not the media, should control the narrative surrounding Michael Jackson's life and allowed viewers to form their own conclusions.

Supporting his defense, the "Michael" film achieved an A- on CinemaScore and a 94% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes within its initial days. Taj highlighted that the movie brings joy, reflecting his uncle's intention to provide the world with what it truly needs.

However, the film has also faced criticism, notably from James Safechuck, a subject of the "Leaving Neverland" documentary, who found the movie's release "triggering." Michael Jackson was acquitted of all child sexual abuse charges in 2005, though allegations resurfaced with the 2019 documentary.