Jaafar Jackson talks about working on Michael Jackson's choreography before landing his role in the biopic Michael, learning Jackson's "Billie Jean" performance in 20 days and recreating "Thriller" in the same location as the original music video. 0:00 - Intro 00:07 - Jaafar Jackson Talks First Film Role as Uncle Michael Jackson 03:01 - Jaafar Jackson Reveals Process of Recreating Performances 04:51 - Jaafar Jackson Filmed Thriller Scene in Music Video Location The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Stream now on Peacock: https://bit.ly/3gZJaNy Subscribe NOW to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: http://bit.ly/1nwT1aN Watch The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Weeknights 11:35ET/10:35c Get more The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: https://www.nbc.com/the-tonight-show JIMMY FALLON ON SOCIAL Follow Jimmy: http://Twitter.com/JimmyFallon Like Jimmy: https://Facebook.com/JimmyFallon Follow Jimmy: https://www.instagram.com/jimmyfallon/ Follow Jimmy on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimmyfallon Follow Jimmy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmyfallon THE TONIGHT SHOW ON SOCIAL Follow The Tonight Show: http://Twitter.com/FallonTonight Like The Tonight Show: https://Facebook.com/FallonTonight Follow The Tonight Show: https://www.instagram.com/fallontonight/ Follow The Tonight Show on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@fallontonight The Tonight Show TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fallontonight The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon features hilarious highlights from the show, including comedy sketches, music parodies, celebrity interviews, ridiculous games, and, of course, Jimmy's Thank You Notes and hashtags! You'll also find behind the scenes videos and other great web exclusives. GET MORE NBC NBC YouTube: http://bit.ly/1dM1qBH Like NBC: http://Facebook.com/NBC Follow NBC: http://Twitter.com/NBC NBC Instagram: http://instagram.com/nbctv Jaafar Jackson Got Emotional Transforming into Michael Jackson, Talks Recreating "Thriller" http://www.youtube.com/fallontonight #FallonTonight #JaafarJackson #JimmyFallon
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The Jackson Family DNA is strong. His mannerisms, profile, head nodding, and demeanor it's clear he is a Jackson. Great casting and he earned the role even better.
The jackson smile. The whole family has it😂
You can just TELL that he's a Jackson, even without looking at his name. He has that Jackson AURA.
He's so calm, just like Michael 😂❤
What a humble, well spoken & adjusted young man. A Jackson, through & through. His uncle Mike would be so proud.
His uncle is definitely more than proud 😊
He BODIED that role. Just give him the Oscar now 🔥🔥🔥
It’s amazing how excited everyone gets just by SPEAKING about Michael. His magic and influence is eternal.
He's gentle, handsome and shy. Those genes are incredible because you can see Michael in his gestures, especially his smile, goodness. Jaafar will kill it
He honestly made me feel like Michael was alive again
1.1 millions views under 24 hours is crazy. Shows how big this movie is gonna be
Treat him better than you’ve treated all the Jackson’s. He’s a gem
His smile is just like his UNCLE MIKE !! MichaelJackson!! 😭😭 and His Lip biting !!!
I'm so glad to see Michael Jackson's nephew playing him in this movie, instead of someone else outside the family. Truly a blessing for Michael Jackson resting in Peace in Heaven ❤️🙏
He seems so calm and at peace...incredible
*Jafar KILLED the role!* Awesome Movie
Jaafar deserves to be recognized in every way, we are all proud of this young man
This 72 year old MJ fan says " hell yeah you got it kid " ! Thanks for keeping Michael's legacy alive
This young man will win an Oscar for this role. Absolutely amazing film. 10/10
He’s so handsome I hope he gets many more roles