# Jaafar Jackson on Michael Jackson biopic cuts

> Jaafar Jackson explains why child abuse allegations were cut from Michael Jackson biopic.
- Title: Jaafar Jackson on Michael Jackson biopic cuts · NME | Shortify
- Summary: Jaafar Jackson explains why child abuse allegations were cut from Michael Jackson biopic. Jaafar Jackson says the Michael Jackson biopic omitted child abuse…
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- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/film/jaafar-jackson-cut-third-act-of-michael-biopic-child-abuse-allegations-3973588
- Published: 2026-10-20T10:24:51+00:00
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- Topics: jaafar jackson, michael jackson, biopic, child abuse allegations, legal settlement, sequel, music, culture
## Michael Jackson biopic released
Michael Jackson's biopic Michael opened April with $1 billion box office revenue.
## Child abuse allegations cut
The film omitted child sexual abuse allegations against Michael Jackson due to a legal clause forbidding mention of accuser Jordan Chandler.
## Reshoots for legal issue
Production spent $15 million on reshoots after discovering a legal clause forbidding mention of Jordan Chandler.
## Jaafar Jackson on cuts
Jaafar Jackson, Michael's nephew, said the film omitted child abuse allegations but was rewarding for his acting growth.
## Family response
Jaafar Jackson said his family responded positively to the film despite personal discomfort with depicting their history.
## Sequel plans
Jaafar Jackson confirmed a sequel will address abuse allegations from Michael's perspective, but no concrete details exist yet.
## Key takeaway

Jaafar Jackson says the Michael Jackson biopic omitted child abuse allegations due to legal restrictions, but plans a sequel addressing the issue from his uncle's perspective.