Michael Jackson Biopic: Kat Graham Confirms Role as Diana Ross Was Cut Due to “Legal Considerations”
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Key Points:
- Actress Kat Graham's portrayal of Diana Ross was cut from the final version of the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" due to legal issues, as confirmed by Graham on social media.
- The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson, also features Colman Domingo and Nia Long as Jackson's parents, with Miles Teller, Laura Harrier, and Larenz Tate in supporting roles.
- Earlier versions of the movie included scenes addressing child sexual abuse allegations against Jackson, but legal constraints related to an accuser's settlement led to significant retooling of the film's third act.
- Michael Jackson had a close relationship with Diana Ross, inspiring his 1992 song "Remember the Time," which was reportedly written with Ross in mind.
- The film has received mixed reviews, with some critics noting its sympathetic portrayal of Jackson, which may be controversial among certain audiences.
