Jackson family joins Berlin premiere of Michael Jackson biopic

Michael Jackson's family joined fans in Berlin on Friday for the international premiere of the new biopic "Michael."

Many fans wore signature items associated with the late pop star, including a glitter glove, a hat and white socks.

Among those at the event was Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson, 29, who plays the "King of Pop" in the film. Michael Jackson's brothers Jermaine, Jackie and Marlon also attended, along with his sons Prince and Bigi.

According to the producers, the film by director Antoine Fuqua tells the story of Jackson's life beyond the music, tracing his rise from lead singer of the Jackson Five to a visionary artist driven to become the world's greatest entertainer.

Jaafar Jackson told dpa he remembered his uncle as warm and loving, with many funny moments. One of his fondest memories was of the last time he saw him at a large family dinner.

"I just remember I was sitting right next to him and he was singing," he said. His uncle had asked him what he was doing and which films he liked. "It was just very ordinary and simple and pure."

Michael Jackson's daughter, Paris Jackson, has publicly distanced herself from the project. The Rolling Stone magazine reported in September 2025 that she said on Instagram she was not involved in the biopic.

Produced in part by Graham King, who was also behind the Oscar-winning Freddie Mercury biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody," the film is due to open in German cinemas on April 22.