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Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson
The latest news on Michael Jackson, American singer-songwriter and dancer, including showbiz news and updates.
Born
29 Aug 1958
Industry
Entertainment, Music
Job Title
Singer
Alex To performs during the “2021 New Year Concert – Sailing in the Greater Bay Area” in Shenzhen in January 2021. Photo: Weibo
Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Profile | Alex To’s 40-year Cantopop legacy: R&B origins, comebacks, acting triumphs

The now 64-year-old Hong Kong-born singer and actor remains one of the industry’s most enduring and unpredictable figures.

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Fame and celebrity

Meet Juliano Valdi, who plays a young Michael Jackson in Michael

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Celebrity children

Meet Jaafar Jackson, who plays his uncle Michael Jackson in the star’s biopic

American cinema

Review | Michael: ‘King of Pop’ biopic features all the hits, none of the controversy

While the film is packed with great performances, it is an utterly sanitised view of Michael Jackson’s life and the allegations he faced.

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Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson in a still from Michael (category IIA), directed by Antoine Fuqua. Juliano Krue Valdi and Colman Domingo co-star. Photo: Glen Wilson/Lionsgate
Fame and celebrity

Style according to ... TV presenter and entrepreneur Georgina Wilson-Burnand

The TV presenter and Sunnies entrepreneur shares her style icons including Carolyn Bessette, Manila hang-outs, and love for gifting locally woven pieces.

Fashion

All about US President Donald Trump’s favourite shoe brand, Florsheim

Trump has gifted J.D. Vance, Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth the US$145 Lexington model … but why is the brand owner suing his administration?

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American cinema

12 new Hollywood movies to watch in spring 2026, from Toy Story 5 to Michael

The Mandalorian and Grogu, Mortal Kombat II and The Devil Wears Prada 2 join Toy Story 5 and others in our list of exciting coming releases.

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Woody, voiced by Tom Hanks, and Buzz Lightyear, voiced by Tim Allen, in a still from Toy Story 5. The return of Pixar’s flagship franchise is among a slate of Hollywood films coming to Hong Kong cinemas in the next few months of 2026. Photo: Pixar
Sexual harassment and assault

Epstein victims angry over gaps and censorship in long-awaited file release

Survivors wonder if the redactions and blackouts are there to protect them or the ‘elite men’ who associated with the sex offender.

Art

From Michael Jackson’s locks to hair woven into art, US museum had it all

Leila’s Hair Museum in Missouri might be closing but its intriguing artefacts are heading to institutions across the US, including the Met.

Horoscopes

What’s your luck like in October 2025, the month of the Fire Dog?

This month will be represented by the energy of the Fire Dog, meaning it will be lucky for the Rabbit but not so smooth for the Dragon.

What does October 2025, the month of the Fire Dog, hold for your Chinese sign of the zodiac? Illustration: SCMP Graphics
Auctions

Michael Jackson’s dirty sock sells for more than US$8,000 at auction in France

The glittery sock that the late singer wore at a 1997 concert in Nimes was originally valued at US$3,400-US$4,500.

The late pop star Michael Jackson performs during his HIStory World Tour in 1997. Photo: Reuters
Sexual harassment and assault

Who is James Safechuck from Leaving Neverland 2: Surviving Michael Jackson?

Dan Reed’s latest documentary follows the story of Hollywood tech VP James Safechuck as he continues to fight for justice after accusing the megastar of abusing him as a child.

Fame and celebrity

Who is Orlando Brown – and what did he say about sex with Nick Cannon?

The actor and rapper has a history of drug abuse, homelessness, DUI and domestic battery; in December 2018 he said on Dr Phil that he was the son of musical icon Michael Jackson.

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Fame and celebrity

Who is Janet Jackson’s controversial brother, Randy Jackson?

Fans are concerned about Janet Jackson after the singer questioned Kamala Harris’ racial identity in a recent interview – and some are pointing the finger at her brother Randy Jackson.

Randy Jackson and his sister Janet Jackson have always been close, but some worry he has too much say about her career in recent years. Photo: @janetjackson/Instagram
Sex and relationships

Who is Michael Jackson’s protective former squeeze, Stephanie Mills?

R&B singer Stephanie Mills won’t hear anything bad said about the King of Pop, who she dated for a while in the 1970s – here’s what you need to know about the musician and her life post-Jackson

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Stephanie Mills and Michael Jackson. Stephanie Mills. Photo: @iamstephaniemills/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

8 of the worst celebrity statues ever, and the hilarious reactions to them

When an artist or group of people dedicate a statue to you it’s supposed to be flattering, but let’s be honest, that’s not always the case – as these stars all found out the hard way

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TV shows and streaming video

Look behind the scenes at making of 1985’s We Are the World in Netflix film

The Greatest Night in Pop, Netflix’s documentary on the making of the 1985 charity single We Are the World, combines never-before-seen recording session footage with interviews of Lionel Richie and others.

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Fame and celebrity

Beyond gay: 40 celebrities you didn’t know were LGBT, from Miley to Gaga

From Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris and Will Smith’s kid Willow, to Billie Eilish and Miley Cyrus, and actors on Euphoria and Heartstopper

Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus and Willow Smith all identify as LGBT. Photo: Getty Images
Celebrity children

What is Bigi Jackson up to? MJ’s youngest just directed a movie, for one

Bigi this year fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a director, and attended tributes to Michael Jackson, alongside siblings Prince and Paris – just don’t call him Blanket any more

Celebrity children

Meet Michael Jackson’s nephew Jaafar, who’s playing MJ in the coming biopic

Jaafar Jackson has just begun filming the Michael Jackson biopic, in which he plays his uncle – so what else do we know about the 27-year-old?

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Hong Kong tourism

Opinion | If Taylor Swift came to Hong Kong, where would she perform?

There are several possible reasons for Swift’s omission of Hong Kong from her Asia tour, including the US State Department’s negative travel advisory. But the key issue is surely that 20 years after the Stones played on a purpose-built stage in Central, Hong Kong still doesn’t have a suitable arena.

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Taylor Swift performs at the Monumental stadium during her Eras Tour in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on November 9. The singer-songwriter is touring Asia next year, but not coming to Hong Kong. Photo: AP
Fame and celebrity

Meet Celine Dion’s 3 children, René-Charles Angélil, and Nelson and Eddy

Celine Dion had 3 children with her late husband René Angélil – here’s everything you need to know about René-Charles, Nelson and Eddy

Celine Dion has three sons, René-Charles, and young twins Nelson and Eddy. Photo: @celinedion/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Who is Al Pacino’s 29-year-old on-off girlfriend and baby mama, Noor Alfallah?

Noor Alfallah has been linked to royals, celebrities and even a billionaire – here’s everything we know about 83-year-old Al Pacino’s on-off 29-year-old girlfriend

Fame and celebrity

For All the Dogs: Chart-topping rapper Drake’s rags to riches story

Five-time Grammy winner Drake just dropped a new album For All the Dogs, so what do we know about the 36-year-old rapper’s life story from his humble roots to chart-topping hits?

Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Meet Gareth Tong, Hong Kong’s hottest new Gen Z hip-hop singer

This talented Hong Kong-raised R&B singer has been making waves in the music and fashion department lately – here’s what you need to know about the 23-year-old sensation

Gareth Tong at a Fendace event in Harbour City, Hong Kong, in May 2022. Photo: @gareth_tong/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Brooke Shields’ incredible life in 14 pictures, from her childhood to today

Brooke Shields has modelled for many high-end brands and starred in numerous films and TV shows during her youth … let’s take a look at the life of the actress and star behind the new Hulu docu

Brooke Shields is famous for being a child model and actress, so what has she been doing since her younger days? Photos: Getty Images, Invision
Celebrity children

12 up-and-coming nepotism babies in 2023 – from Apple Martin to Ashley Lin

It’s no secret that some of Hollywood’s brightest stars come from privileged, well-connected backgrounds – so who are the latest ‘nepo babies’ to look out for in 2023?

NFL Super Bowl

15 of the most iconic Super Bowl half-time outfits, from Rihanna to Beyoncé

From the Black Eyed Peas’ Fergie in American football-inspired shoulder pads to Katy Perry’s 4 outfits in a 12-minute show, here are the most iconic costumes worn during the annual Super Bowl half-time show

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