The trailer for the legendary Michael Jackson biopic dropped on November 6, 2025, sending the internet into a frenzy. Titled Michael, the movie stars the King of Pop’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, 29, as the central character. Jaafar’s transformation into Michael Jackson has been described as stunning, showcasing an uncanny physical resemblance and precise embodiment of the late star’s signature moves and style. The trailer for Michael has generated significant buzz online, with the movie set to be released on April 24, 2026. Among the ones cheering for Michael’s success is Jaafar’s fiancée, Maddie Simpson.
Maddie Simpson cheered for Jaafar Jackson’s Michael movie
Maddie Simpson, Jaafar Jackson‘s longtime girlfriend-turned-fiancée, has been a major cheerleader for his role in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, Michael. After the movie’s trailer dropped, she took to Instagram to promote it, sharing stills and clips of Michael. It was not the first time the 28-year-old cheered on Jaafar Jackson’s career-defining project. Maddie has posted about Michael when it was announced and during its filming. In a 2023 Instagram post, she expressed her immense pride and support for Jaafar Jackson’s dedication to portraying his uncle. The post can be read as:
“Over the past year and a half I have watched Jaafar grow in ways I didn’t know were possible. The dedication, focus, love and care he has put into this role already is truly unparalleled. Not only has he proven that he is more than capable of taking on this responsibility to others, he has most importantly proven it to himself.”
