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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 13 | History Defined

Everything you need to know about the Michael Jackson biopic

Michael, the Michael Jackson biopic, has hit cinemas in the UK. So what’s it all about?

Evening Standard · Apr 23

Alicia Silverstone-led Clueless sequel scrapped at Peacock

Reports suggest the sequel series may still look for an alternative home

The Independent UK · Apr 23

“Diabolical Tagline”: New ‘Scary Movie’ Poster Sparks Heated Debate Among Fans

The viral Scary Movie 6 poster is sparking outrage with its bold parody that has fans fiercely divided.

Bored Panda · Apr 23

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Kat Graham reveals why her appearance as Diana Ross was cut from Michael Jackson biopic

‘Unfortunately, those moments are no longer part of the final cut,’ Graham wrote of her role in ‘Michael’

The Independent UK · Apr 23

Scary Movie 6 Teases Michael Jackson Parody With Controversial Tagline 'Touching Fans Everywhere'

Scary Movie 6's teaser poster, featuring a Michael Jackson parody, has sparked controversy due to its tagline 'Touching fans everywhere,' referencing past allegations against the singer.

International Business Times UK · Apr 23

Michael Jackson Brought Afrodescendants Across the Americas Together in 'They Don't Care About Us.' Now His Latino Nephew Picks Up the Torch in MICHAEL

Thirty years ago, Michael Jackson and Spike Lee made one of the riskiest and most unforgettable videos of the 1990s. They took They Don't Care About Us, one of Jackson's angriest, most confrontational songs, and filmed it in Brazil amid official outrage, legal battles, and long-running reports that the crew…

Latin Times · Apr 23

A family affair? Michael Jackson family and biopic stars defend ‘Michael’ despite very poor reviews

It could be the film to beat for the title of 2026's most soulless release... But (most of) the Jackson family are defending the MJ biopic 'Michael', which could beat box office records this weekend despite overwhelmingly negative reviews.

Euronews · Apr 23

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The Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer faces ‘racism’ backlash in China

Fans have questioned ‘stereotypical’ depiction of the character and her name, which they argue is phonetically similar to a historically racist term used to mock Chinese people

The Independent UK · Apr 23

Michael Jackson’s nephew responds to negative coverage of biopic

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The Independent UK · Apr 23

'There's a possibility of there being a part two': Colman Domingo hints at Michael sequel

Michael star Colman Domingo has suggested that the child sexual abuse allegations against Michael Jackson could be addressed in a potential sequel to the new biopic.

BANG Premier · Apr 23

Colman Domingo defends Michael Jackson biopic amid claims it ‘whitewashes’ star’s legacy

The actor plays Jackson patriarch Joe in the controversial biopic

The Independent UK · Apr 23

Thursday briefing: Why the US president is losing support from crucial allies

In today’s newsletter: As political tensions rise abroad and economic pressures mount at home, Donald Trump faces a shifting landscape that is testing the loyalty of his Maga supporters

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23

Michael Jackson’s nephew says critics will ‘eat crow’ as biopic opens to poor reviews

Forthcoming biopic on late pop singer has 36 per cent critic approval on Rotten Tomatoes

The Independent UK · Apr 23

All The Mess Surrounding The Michael Jackson Biopic: Family Feuds To Axing Child Abuse Allegations

Michael debuted with a measly 26% Rotten Tomatoes score but the chaos surrounding the film ranks at 1000%.

Pedestrian.tv · Apr 23

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Cinemablend · Apr 22

Michael Jackson's Nephew Called Out The Media's Coverage Of The ‘Thriller’ Singer In New Post: ‘You Don't Get To Control The Narrative’

He didn't hold back his thoughts.

BANG Premier · Apr 22

'That's a big misconception': Jaafar Jackson denies claims that his uncle Michael Jackson wanted to be white

Jaafar Jackson - who plays his uncle Michael Jackson in the new biopic Michael - says it is a "big misconception" that the late King of Pop "wanted to be white".

Bored Panda · Apr 22

“Depth Of A Wikipedia Article”: Michael Jackson Biopic Earns Negative Reviews, Here Are The Most Brutal

Critics tear apart the Michael Jackson biopic. Here are some of the most brutal takes.

Euronews · Apr 22

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Michael' - It's bad. It's really, really bad

The King of Pop is back... And whatever you think of him, you’ll wish he wasn’t.

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The Independent UK · Apr 22

‘Bullets of joy’: Grace Dent’s turn of phrase makes MasterChef 2.0 shine

TV: With two new presenters at the helm after the departures of Gregg Wallace and John Torode, the real star of the new ‘MasterChef’ is Grace Dent's turn of phrase, writes Lauren Morris

Guitar World · Apr 22

“I was very fortunate to have played with so many great artists, even just for a moment”: Dave Mason, Traffic co-founder who played with Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and George Harrison, dies aged 79

The English guitar great also worked with Fleetwood Mac, the Rolling Stones and Michael Jackson across his storied career

BANG Premier · Apr 22

How did Michael director Antoine Fuqua realise that Jaafar Jackson was the right actor to play the King of Pop?

Michael director Antoine Fuqua instantly realised that Jaafar Jackson was capable of playing his uncle in the biopic about the late King of Pop.

The Independent UK · Apr 22

‘Depressing’ Michael Jackson biopic slammed by critics for sanitising King of Pop’s life

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 22

TV tonight: Shetland meets CSI in a new drama about a disgraced cop

It’s French-Canadian police procedural show Saint-Pierre. Plus: a wonderful look at the work of conductors. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Independent UK · Apr 22

Why is Michael Jackson so creepy in his new biopic?

COMMENT: By scrubbing the Michael Jackson story of its darker context – from his allegations of violent abuse by his father to his early encounters with sex – the controversial new biopic instead renders Jackson a strange, eerie kook. It’s an ironic result for an overly sanitised movie designed to…

TechRadar · Apr 22

5 unmissable Michael Jackson documentaries you need to stream before watching the late singer's new movie biopic Michael

Heading to theaters to see new movie biopic Michael this week? Make sure you catch these 5 jaw-dropping Michael Jackson documentaries on streaming before you do.

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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 13 | History Defined

Everything you need to know about the Michael Jackson biopic

Alicia Silverstone-led Clueless sequel scrapped at Peacock

“Diabolical Tagline”: New ‘Scary Movie’ Poster Sparks Heated Debate Among Fans

Kat Graham reveals why her appearance as Diana Ross was cut from Michael Jackson biopic

Scary Movie 6 Teases Michael Jackson Parody With Controversial Tagline 'Touching Fans Everywhere'

Michael Jackson Brought Afrodescendants Across the Americas Together in 'They Don't Care About Us.' Now His Latino Nephew Picks Up the Torch in MICHAEL

A family affair? Michael Jackson family and biopic stars defend ‘Michael’ despite very poor reviews

The Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer faces ‘racism’ backlash in China

Michael Jackson’s nephew responds to negative coverage of biopic

'There's a possibility of there being a part two': Colman Domingo hints at Michael sequel

Colman Domingo defends Michael Jackson biopic amid claims it ‘whitewashes’ star’s legacy

Thursday briefing: ​Why the US president is losing support from crucial allies

Michael Jackson’s nephew says critics will ‘eat crow’ as biopic opens to poor reviews

All The Mess Surrounding The Michael Jackson Biopic: Family Feuds To Axing Child Abuse Allegations

Michael Jackson's Nephew Called Out The Media's Coverage Of The ‘Thriller’ Singer In New Post: ‘You Don't Get To Control The Narrative’

'That's a big misconception': Jaafar Jackson denies claims that his uncle Michael Jackson wanted to be white

“Depth Of A Wikipedia Article”: Michael Jackson Biopic Earns Negative Reviews, Here Are The Most Brutal

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Michael' - It's bad. It's really, really bad

‘Bullets of joy’: Grace Dent’s turn of phrase makes MasterChef 2.0 shine

“I was very fortunate to have played with so many great artists, even just for a moment”: Dave Mason, Traffic co-founder who played with Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and George Harrison, dies aged 79

How did Michael director Antoine Fuqua realise that Jaafar Jackson was the right actor to play the King of Pop?

‘Depressing’ Michael Jackson biopic slammed by critics for sanitising King of Pop’s life

TV tonight: Shetland meets CSI in a new drama about a disgraced cop

Why is Michael Jackson so creepy in his new biopic?

5 unmissable Michael Jackson documentaries you need to stream before watching the late singer's new movie biopic Michael

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Thursday briefing: Why the US president is losing support from crucial allies