Joe Mantello in the news? As Michael Jackson biopic scrutiny swirls, the Broadway vet—Wicked, Take Me Out, Assassins—still shaping stages.
The new Michael Jackson biopic has been released after extensive reshoots that removed references to child sexual abuse allegations due to legal restrictions. The film now focuses on Jackson's rise to fame, ending before the controversies. Despite mixed reviews, it is tracking for strong box office performance, with plans for a potential sequel to explore his full story.