Summary of "Janet Jackson responds to the MJ Estate and the film Michael: They have earned thirty-five billion"
Overview
Janet Jackson criticizes the Michael Jackson estate and the film Michael for, in her view, profiting from her late brother’s name while misrepresenting his life.
Claims About Profiting and Copyright Deals
- She claims the estate has earned about $35 billion since Michael Jackson’s death.
- She argues that this revenue is tied to blasphemy and exploitation.
- Specifically, she alleges the estate sold or licensed major copyrights she says he valued deeply, including:
- the Beatles catalog
- his own master tapes
- She characterizes these transactions as generating hundreds of millions of dollars.
Allegations About Loss of Control Over Music
- Janet says the estate acted against Michael’s long-held desire to retain control of his music.
- She claims he would not have given up those rights even under heavy financial pressure, referencing $5 billion in debt.
Allegations About the Film’s Portrayal
- She alleges the estate used its profits to support an inaccurate, “idealized fantasy” portrayal of his biography.
- In her view, the portrayal:
- omits or downplays his struggles and controversies
- whitewashes his reputation
- She states she reviewed the script in advance and offered revision suggestions, which she says were ignored.
- She says only she and Paris are aligned in opposing the portrayal.
Inheritance, Charity, and Management Fees
- Janet claims Michael was willing to donate 20% of his inheritance to charity.
- She also alleges the estate’s high management fees prevent him from having peace.
Presenters / Contributors
- Janet Jackson
- Paris (mentioned as an ally)
Category
News and Commentary
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