Becoming Michael with Jaafar Jackson

_Michael_ star—and nephew to the ‘King of Pop’ himself—Jaafar Jackson breaks down everything he did to become Michael Jackson. The American actor talks through every step of his journey towards becoming Michael: from practicing Michael Jackson’s iconic moves at Hayvenhurst to learning how Michael would use his costume during a dance. #MichaelJackson #Michael #JaafarJackson 00:00 - Becoming Michael Jackson 00:16 - Casting: “I’d never acted, I never wanted to…” 03:39 - Research: “It was important for me to understand the human side of Michael” 06:51 - Training: “It was a spiritual journey for me” 11:24 - Costume: “For Michael, that was his armor” 13:21 - Mannerisms: “There were a few moments I felt he was present” *Credits:* Director: Kristen DeVore Director of Photography: Grant Bell Editor: Phil Ceconi Talent: Jaafar Jackson Producer: Sam Dennis Line Producer: Jen Santos Production Manager: Evie Roop Talent Booker: Lauren Mendoza Camera Operator: Nick Massey Sound Mixer: Kari Barber Production Assistant: Fernando Barajas; Hollie Ortiz Post Production Supervisor: Jess Dunn Post Production Coordinator: Stella Shortino Supervising Editor: Rob Lombardi Assistant Editor: Andy Morell Global Head of Video: Leo Fernandez Executive Producer: Cara Marceante Director, Creative: Nick Collett Director, Programming: Jeremy Clowney Still haven’t subscribed to GQ on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/2iij5wt Subscribe to GQ magazine and get rare swag: https://bit.ly/2xNBH3i Join the GQ Discord to talk men's fashion, watches, and more: https://discord.gg/gqmagazine ABOUT GQ For more than 50 years, GQ has been the premier men’s magazine, providing definitive coverage of style, culture, politics and more. In that tradition, GQ’s video channel covers every part of a man’s life, from entertainment and sports to fashion and grooming advice. Welcome to the modern guide to style advice, dating tips, celebrity videos, music, sports and more. https://www.youtube.com/user/GQVideos

Added 15 May 2026