'Michael' Biopic: Jaafar Jackson's GF, Maddie Simpson Cheers His Transformation As The King Of Pop

The trailer for the legendary Michael Jackson biopic dropped on November 6, 2025, sending the internet into a frenzy. Titled Michael, the movie stars the King of Pop's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, 29, as the central character. Jaafar's transformation into Michael Jackson has been described as stunning, showcasing an uncanny physical resemblance and precise embodiment of the late star's signature moves and style. The trailer for Michael has generated significant buzz online, with the movie set to be released on April 24, 2026. Among the ones cheering for Michael's success is Jaafar's fiancée, Maddie Simpson.

Maddie Simpson cheered for Jaafar Jackson's Michael movie

Maddie Simpson, Jaafar Jackson's longtime girlfriend-turned-fiancée, has been a major cheerleader for his role in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, Michael. After the movie's trailer dropped, she took to Instagram to promote it, sharing stills and clips of Michael. It was not the first time the 28-year-old cheered on Jaafar Jackson's career-defining project. Maddie has posted about Michael when it was announced and during its filming. In a 2023 Instagram post, she expressed her immense pride and support for Jaafar Jackson's dedication to portraying his uncle. The post can be read as:

"Over the past year and a half I have watched Jaafar grow in ways I didn't know were possible. The dedication, focus, love and care he has put into this role already is truly unparalleled. Not only has he proven that he is more than capable of taking on this responsibility to others, he has most importantly proven it to himself."

Maddie also suggested that Michael Jackson's spirit was 'ever-present' and 'undoubtedly guiding Jaafar' throughout the process of bringing his legacy to life through his biopic. She also thanked producer, Graham King, who brought in the best people to assist Jaafar in his upcoming venture. Maddie Simpson ended by saying that she couldn't pen down her admiration and pride for Jaafar Jackson. She expressed her deep love for her fiancé and was excited for the world to witness his on-screen magic through Michael. Maddie wrote:

"His uncle Michael is ever-present. He is undoubtedly guiding Jaafar through every single step of this process...The admiration and respect I have for Jaafar is genuinely impossible to put into words. Saying I am proud of him falls short of all of the emotions I feel. I love him so dearly and I can't wait for the world to see how exceptional he is."

About Jaafar Jackson and Maddie Simpson's relationship

Jaafar Jackson and Maddie Simpson have been together for many years. The couple celebrated their eighth anniversary in June 2024, indicating they have been together since approximately mid-2016. They went public with their relationship at a musical celebration for Quincy Jones in 2018. Maddie and Jafar attended several events together and shared updates about their relationship, including vacations and birthday celebrations, on social media. One of their most memorable appearances was at The Night Event for Brunello Cucinelli in December 2024.

The couple exchanged rings in 2025 and announced their engagement on social media in February of that year. Many of their friends, family members, and fans congratulated them. Maddie Simpson has been a significant source of support for Jaafar, particularly during his casting and preparation for the lead role in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, often sharing her pride in his dedication on social media. On the professional front, both Jaafar and Maddie are artists; Jaafar is a singer and actor, and Maddie is a singer as well. Maddie makes her own music and also shares covers of popular tracks on Instagram.

What are your thoughts on Maddie Simpson's enduring support for her fiancé, Jaafar Jackson's upcoming project, Michael? Let us know.

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