The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has become the first-ever biopic to cross USD 1 billion at the global box office. Starring Jaafar Jackson, the film also surpassed Oppenheimer and is now the highest-grossing musical biopic ever

At the BET Awards 2026, Michael stars Jaafar Jackson and Nia Long thanked audiences for their love and support. Jaafar said the film's success means the world to the Jackson family, while Nia praised his transformation into Michael Jackson