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Weaver: Jaafar Jackson 'Exceeded Expectations'
13 Jun
Summary
- Actor Jason Weaver, who played young Michael Jackson, praised Jaafar Jackson's biopic performance.
- Weaver noted Jaafar Jackson's commitment and personal sacrifice for his believable portrayal.
- The actor encouraged audiences to appreciate the new film alongside past portrayals.
Actor Jason Weaver, known for his 1992 portrayal of a young Michael Jackson in 'The Jacksons: An American Dream,' has shared his positive impressions of the new biopic, 'Michael.' He specifically praised lead actor Jaafar Jackson, Michael's nephew, for his performance as the King of Pop. Weaver, who was present at a farewell celebration for the drama 'The Chi' in New York City on May 13, highlighted the significant personal sacrifice and commitment necessary to deliver a convincing performance.
Weaver noted that while Jaafar's resemblance to Michael is evident due to his parentage, he believes the young actor truly embodied the role and made it uniquely his own. He encouraged audiences to appreciate the nostalgia associated with past portrayals of the Jackson family while also embracing the new film. Weaver recently visited 2300 Jackson Street in Gary, Indiana, the Jackson family's childhood home, describing the experience as surreal and rewarding, a personal homage to Michael and his family.
