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Deon Cole's Prayer Lands Him Role in Michael Jackson Biopic
16 Aug
Summary
- Comedian Deon Cole sought a role in the Michael Jackson biopic.
- Cole believes his prayers and his late mother helped him secure the part.
- The film's production had wrapped before Cole was initially considered.

Comedian Deon Cole has secured a role in the forthcoming Michael Jackson biopic, Michael. Cole will be portraying legendary boxing promoter Don King. He shared in a recent interview that he believes divine intervention played a significant role in his casting.
Cole revealed that filming for the biopic had already wrapped when he expressed his strong desire to be part of the project. Despite the apparent timing issue, Cole felt his prayers were answered when he received a subsequent call back regarding the role.