Miles Teller and Michael Jackson.Photo:ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty; Michael Ochs Archive/Getty
ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty; Michael Ochs Archive/Getty
Miles Telleris speaking candidly about his upcoming project.
Speaking toVarietyat Sunday’s Vanity Fair Oscars party, the actor shared his excitement about theMichael Jacksonbiopic,Michael. Last month, it was announcedTeller, 37, would be portraying John Branca, Jackson’s former manager, current co-executor of the star’s estate and producer of the film.
Teller said before accepting this role, he took into account the allegations of child sex abuse levied against Jackson.
“You only get so many opportunities in this business to make films,” added the actor. “I’m really excited to be a part of it. I think it’s going to blow people away.”
Miles Teller.LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty
TheTop Gun: Maverickstar shared how he’s prepping for the role. “I think you just try to inundate yourself with as much information as you can.”
He revealed that he’s met Branca, the man he’s portraying, adding, “I’ve gotten to hang out with him a little bit.” Teller also shared that he’s met with thedirector Antoine Fuquaand producer Graham King. “I mean, it’s really it’s an incredible team involved.”
“Regardless of what you know or what your opinion may be, Michael is one of the greatest to ever do it, if not the greatest,” said the actor. “He deserves a movie, and I’m excited to be a part of it.”
He also expressed his excitement about being part of thelarge ensemble cast. “I just like being a part of the team if you come from theater; I think the word ensemble means a lot.”
John Branca on February 03, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
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TheLionsgatefeature has a large ensemble cast, with multiple actors portraying the same characters throughout the years.
The late singer’s27-year-old nephew Jaafar Jacksonis portraying the Grammy winner, while Juliano Krue Valdi, 9, will portray a young Jackson.Colman Domingo will star as the singer’s fatherand former manager, Joe Jackson, with Nia Long starring alongside him as Joe’s wife, Katherine Jackson.
Jamal R. Henderson will portray Jermaine Jackson, with Jayden Harville playing the young version. Tre Horton will play Marlon Jackson, and Jaylen Lyndon Hunter will be the younger version of Marlon.
Ryhan Hill was cast as Tito Jackson, while Joseph David-Jones was cast as Jackie Jackson, and Judah Edwards and Nathaniel Logan McIntyre will play the younger versions of Tito and Jackie, respectively.
Michael Jackson in concert circa 1986.Kevin Mazur/WireImage
Kevin Mazur/WireImage
“Michaelwill bring audiences a riveting and honest portrayal of the brilliant yet complicated man who became the King of Pop,” per the film’s official synopsis.
Michaelis set to bereleased worldwideon April 18, 2025.
source: people.com
