Jackson Family Feud: Biopic & Estate Dispute

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Michael Jackson's family is locked in a heated dispute over his $7.99 million estate

and the upcoming biopic about the king of pop.

The core fight pits his sister Janet and daughter Paris against other relatives who see the

film as a way to revive the family's fading spotlight.

Tensions bowled over at a private screening where Janet voiced strong disapproval of the

movie, even as others cheered.

Paris has echoed those concerns, stressing the need for truth over profit in past statements.

Relatives like Germaine Jackson, whose son Jafar plays Michael in the film, pushback hard.

He reportedly told Janet they need to seize this chance to boost the whole family's profile

after years in the shadows.

On top of the movie clash, Janet is urging Paris to escalate her legal challenge against

the estate's co-executors.

James accuses them of poor oversight and excessive payouts to lawyers defending against abuse

claims from lawsuits.

With court hearings underway and the biopic nearing release, the Jackson's internal

divide continues to deepen, threatening their shared legacy.