Jaafar Jackson, Members of Jackson 5 Appear at Special Screening of "Michael" in Gary, Indiana

‘Michael’ brings Jackson family back to Gary for the big screen

The hometown screening of “Michael” in Gary marked a full-circle moment as the Jackson family sat in the theater seats to watch their story come to life, surrounded by the community they came from.

Michael Jackson’s Hometown Welcomes Film Screening Before World

GARY, Indiana — After months of work, West Side Leadership Academy became the site of something rare: a movie premiere that felt like a homecoming. Monday night brought an exclusive early look at Michael, the upcoming biopic tracing Michael Jackson’s rise, with a focus on his roots in Gary. In attendance were Michael’s brothers Jackie Jackson, Marlon Jackson, and Jermaine Jackson; his nephew and the film’s star, Jaafar Jackson; and his son Princ…

Film premiere of 'Michael' proves Gary still proud of their 'King of Pop'

Over 2,000 attendees came out Monday evening to the premiere of "Michael" in Gary, with many local artists noting how the King of Pop has inspired their own work.

Jaafar Jackson Attends 'Michael' Screening in Icon's Hometown of Gary, Indiana

Jaafar Jackson rolled into Gary, Indiana -- the hometown of Michael Jackson -- for a special screening of "Michael" ... and it turned into a full-blown family affair! Check out the pics -- Jaafar was grinning ear to ear Monday night, hitting the…

Michael Jackson biopic premieres in Gary, honoring hometown roots

The film about Michael Jackson, titled “Michael" premiered Monday in Gary, Indiana, home of the famous Jackson family.

Jaafar Jackson, members of Jackson 5 appear at special screening of "Michael" in Gary, Indiana

The star of the film and members of the Jackson 5 all walked the red carpet of the special screening on Monday night.