Colman Domingo has been named to play Joe Jackson in the upcoming Michael Jackson Biopic.
Known for his roles on stage and screen, Domingo has received various accolades including a Primetime Emmy Award and nominations for two Tony Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award.
Fans might recognise him form “Candyman” (2021), “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” (2023) or “The Color Purple” (2023).
“I’m excited to be a part of a film that explores both the complicated soul of the legendary Michael Jackson as well as his impact on music and culture as a global icon. Not only am I fortunate to have a rich, complex and flawed character to portray in Joe Jackson, but I also have a front row seat for Jaafar’s incredible transformation. After seeing him in rehearsal, my mind was blown. There is something divine about the way that Jaafar is channeling his late uncle. His talent and embodiment of Michael’s essence is simply on another level.”
Director Antoine Fuqua added:
“Colman has such incredible range – he puts in the work to deeply inhabit his characters and understand their true essence and motivation. I’m grateful to be working with an actor with his passion and ability to portray the many sides of Joe Jackson: a husband, a father and a manager.”
Producer Graham King said:
“Few actors present themselves with Colman’s screen presence and force of will. We’re so fortunate to have an actor with his undeniable talent portraying Joe Jackson on screen. We couldn’t be more excited to have him join us on this journey.”
He is not the big name we were expected but as they drip feeding us with the actors’ names, we shall see!
