Since his death in 2012, Michael Jackson’s estate (valued at over $1.3 billion) has rested in the hands of his mother and children. In 2019, claims were made against the estate resulting in a lengthy legal battle for the estate and their attorney, John Branca. It has finally drawn to a close and the estate has made new plans to present Michael’s story to the public. An overview of these recent developments are as follows:
Leaving Neverland
The court case mentioned above was a domino effect of a 2019 HBO documentary titled “Leaving Neverland.” This documentary brought the old child molestation allegations back to light. John Branca himself has expressed distaste for the documentary because he feels it is unfair to make such a strong claim because “You can say anything you want about somebody who’s dead. They’re not here to protect themselves.”
MJ: The Musical
The first major development in Michael Jackson-related content is an upcoming Broadway musical. This musical will take place sometime between December 2021 and January 2022. It is said to be inspired by the life and music of Michael Jackson. MJ: The Musical will not be a chronologic memoir of his life. It boasts a talented and diverse cast and crew. Miles Frost will play Michael Jackson. For those who are unaware, Broadway is a street with many prominent theaters on it that is located in Manhattan, New York.
Michael Jackson: One
This show was canceled more than a year back due to COVID-19. The estate now plans to reopen this show on August 29th at the Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada thanks to Joe Branca’s legal talent. This show’s plot centers around a group of people guided by a Michael Jackson soundtrack played in a state-of-the-art sound system. There are also dancers and intricate choreography. It was first premiered in 2013 by Cirque du Soleil, and tickets can be purchased online.
To conclude, the late pop star Michael Jackson’s estate has been facing significant legal turmoil in recent years. Luckily for the Jacksons and their attorney, John Branca, these court cases are now finally winding to a close. The estate is now refocusing on pushing Michael’s legacy to the public. This new push includes reopening their Las Vegas show and a Broadway musical! These developments are planned to arrive in August 2021 and early 2022 respectively. Keep a watchful eye out for the possibility of even more events and details about the estate in the coming months.
