Janet Jackson is absent from the new Michael Jackson biopic, a surprising omission given her role in the Jackson family. Here's why.

LaToya Jackson has opened up about why her sister Janet Jackson didn't appear in the Michael Jackson biopic Michael. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film tells the story of the late singer's life, from ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. “I think it’s very important that everybody in the family was involved and took part in this to make sure you get it right," La ...

The teen's mother Janet Arvizo was a central character during Michael Jackson's trial.

Janet Jackson's absence from Michael Jackson's biopic, Michael, is addressed by their sister LaToya Jackson. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, Michael stars Jaafar Jackson in the ...

The movie "Michael" covers Michael Jackson's early career and family dynamics. Janet Jackson declined to be featured; her decision was respected by family and director. Michael's children had mixed ...

Janet Jackson has never needed a press run to make a statement. On the same day the Michael biopic hit theaters nationwide, she took to social media to celebrate the 25th anniversary of her album All ...

Michael, which opened in U.S. theaters on April 24, looks set to become a serious box office hit, despite a lackluster critical response. The film depicts the “Thriller” singer’s childhood, early days ...

The new Michael Jackson biopic is almost here, but one member of the family is conspicuously absent. The musical biopic "Michael" does not feature a portrayal of the king of pop's sister Janet Jackson ...

Fri, April 24, 2026 at 10:06 AM UTC "I think it's very important that everybody in the family was involved and took part in this to make sure you get it right," La Toya Jackson told The Hollywood ...

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