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Michael Jackson

Acting Born Aug 29, 1958 Gary, Indiana, USA 24 credits

Biography

Michael Jackson was an American recording artist, dancer, singer-songwriter, musician, and philanthropist known as the King of Pop. His influence on music, dance, and fashion established him as a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. In 2026, a biographical film titled Michael was released, documenting his life from his early years and his time as the lead of the Jackson Five to his career as a solo artist. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, the film features Jaafar Jackson portraying the musician. The production explores the life of the man behind hit songs including Thriller, Billie Jean, and Black or White. The film premiered in theaters on April 24, 2026.

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Full filmography

  • The Simpsons (1989) as Leon Kompowsky (voice)
  • Top of the Pops (1964) as Self
  • The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
  • The Colbert Report (2005) as Self (archive footage)
  • Die Harald Schmidt Show (1995) as Self
  • MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self
  • Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self (archive footage)
  • Champs-Elysées (1982) as (archive footage)
  • Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self (Clip) (archive footage)
  • Wetten, dass..? (1981) as Self - Performer
  • Wetten, dass..? (1981) as Self
  • Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975) as Self
  • Bambi (1948) as Self
  • Men in Black II (2002) as Agent M
  • Michael Jackson: The Verdict (2026) as Self (archive footage)
  • Michael Jackson's Thriller (1983) as Michael Jackson
  • Where Are They Now? (1999) as Self
  • Entertainment Tonight (1981) as Self
  • ECHO-Verleihung (1992) as Self
  • The UnXplained (2019) as Self (archive footage)
  • Moonwalker (1988) as Michael
  • The BRIT Awards (1977) as Self
  • Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields (2023) as Self (archive footage)
  • Musikladen (1972) as Self - The Jacksons