Jaafar Jackson recreated uncle Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' music video in new set photos from the King of Pop's biopic, 'Michael.'
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, who starred as Michael's unsuspecting date in the video. The actress has not yet been identified, but she nailed Ray's ultra-’80s “Thriller” ensemble from head to toe." told me one day that I was a huge favorite of his, tiny little voice," she continued."And he said, ‘Everything to Know About the Michael Jackson Biopic
to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In a January 2023 chat about the biopic, which marks Jaafar’s first foray into acting, director Fuqua told “There was such a spiritual connection when I first met Jaafar, who has a natural ability to emulate Michael and such a great chemistry with the camera,” he added of Michael's real-life nephew.
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