Nia Long shares her preparation for portraying Katherine Jackson in the Michael Jackson biopic during a TMZ interview in New York City.
Nia Long shares her preparation for portraying Katherine Jackson in the Michael Jackson biopic during a TMZ interview in New York City.
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Nia Long details prep for Katherine Jackson role in Michael biopic

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Nia Long spilled on her approach to playing Michael Jackson's mom in the upcoming biopic 'Michael.' Speaking to TMZ in New York City, she revealed channeling grace and love. The Antoine Fuqua-directed film hits theaters April 24.

Darlings, grab your popcorn because Nia Long is serving real tea on her role as Katherine Jackson in the hotly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic 🔥. We caught her in New York City, where TMZ's photog got the exclusive scoop on how she prepped for the King of Pop's mama bear role. 'She leaned into being what a parent and a good mother does ... namely, grace and love,' as per the chat. Nia called it the 'ABCs' of a loving parent. Iconic, right? 👑 She's hyping the flick hard, saying it's 'super exciting and entertaining' and perfect for family theater nights. Why yes, we'll be dragging the squad! The full trailer is already out there, building that buzz. Oh, and plot twist: a Jackson family member even gave her feedback on the performance. Who do we think it was? Spill in the comments. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, 'Michael' drops April 24. Nia, you're channeling that maternal slay already. So, who's rushing to see Mama Jackson steal the show?

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Reactions on X to Nia Long's TMZ interview about preparing for her role as Katherine Jackson in the Michael Jackson biopic are predominantly positive, praising her commitment, casting, and anticipated performance. Users express excitement for the film, with one skeptical comment questioning the casting due to racial differences.

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Taj Jackson passionately defending Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' against media ahead of 2026 release.
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Taj Jackson defends Michael Jackson biopic against media ahead of release

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Michael Jackson's nephew Taj Jackson lashed out at media outlets on social media days before the April 24, 2026, release of the biopic 'Michael,' expressing faith that audiences will judge the film for themselves. This follows earlier trailer buzz and family input on the estate-backed production.

Dan Reed, director of Leaving Neverland, called the Michael Jackson biopic Michael 'icky' for ignoring child abuse allegations, despite its $218 million global opening weekend. Nia Long, playing Katherine Jackson, offered a contrasting positive take after meeting the Jackson matriarch.

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Janet Jackson and her brother Jermaine Jackson reportedly had a heated phone call after a family screening of the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. Sources say the disagreement stems from differing opinions on the film, with Janet being critical while Jermaine praised it. The feud allegedly runs deeper, tied to family dynamics and Janet's career.

The team behind Scary Movie 6 has released a promotional poster that spoofs the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, incorporating taglines referencing longstanding child abuse allegations against the singer. The poster features a Ghostface-inspired killer dressed as Jackson with the lines 'Prepare to Hee-Hee' and 'Touching Fans Everywhere.' The biopic Michael arrives in theaters this Friday.

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Actress Kat Graham revealed on social media that her scenes as Diana Ross were removed from the upcoming Lionsgate biopic Michael. She attributed the cuts to certain legal considerations. The film stars Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop.

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Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, stars of A24's 'Mother Mary,' posed together at the film's New York premiere. FKA twigs also arrived at the event. Variety captured the arrivals on April 13.

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