Looks like Michael Jackson fans have a reason to cheer as a film based on the late pop star’s life is in works!
Yes, Bohemian Rhapsody producer Graham King has struck a deal with the pop star’s estate to obtain the rights for his life and music to create a film on both. Moreover, King has also welcomed onboard screenwriter John Logan for the upcoming project.
A spokesperson for King confirmed the news with the outlet but didn’t comment on if the script by Logan will include Jackson’s accusers or not.
Sexual abuse allegations were levelled against the late singer in a documentary, which featured the accounts of two former Jackson proteges – Wade Robson and James Safechuck. They both claimed that Jackson maintained an intimate relationship with them. Following the claims, the Jackson estate sued HBO for USD 100 million, saying the subjects had a financial motive to lie.
Yes, Bohemian Rhapsody producer Graham King has struck a deal with the pop star’s estate to obtain the rights for his life and music to create a film on both. Moreover, King has also welcomed onboard screenwriter John Logan for the upcoming project.
A spokesperson for King confirmed the news with the outlet but didn’t comment on if the script by Logan will include Jackson’s accusers or not.
Sexual abuse allegations were levelled against the late singer in a documentary, which featured the accounts of two former Jackson proteges – Wade Robson and James Safechuck. They both claimed that Jackson maintained an intimate relationship with them. Following the claims, the Jackson estate sued HBO for USD 100 million, saying the subjects had a financial motive to lie.
