"Simultaneously, Jackson also broke records for receiving 116m views in 24 hours for the trailer of a new biopic, Michael, set for release in April. Millions of fans may be excited and primed for a Jackson biopic. For comparison, the trailer beat out Taylor Swift's Eras tour preview and it will join a procession of recent music biopics about Bruce Springsteen, Amy Winehouse, Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley and Elton John."
"Jackson, who was acquitted of all child sexual abuse charges after a 14-week criminal trial in 2005, remains a potent force, and his legacy is subjected to opposing forces: one that would celebrate his musical and performing talents, and another that would notate it but caution against further celebration in light of the accusations against him. Jackson and his estate have always denied the claims."
Thriller re-entered Billboard's Hot 100 in the week of 15 November, giving Michael Jackson a record for a Top 10 hit across six decades. The trailer for Michael received 116 million views in 24 hours, outpacing Taylor Swift's Eras preview and joining recent music biopics about Springsteen, Winehouse, Dylan, Elvis and Elton John. Bohemian Rhapsody remains the benchmark with nearly $1 billion at the box office. The Jackson biopic arrives amid lingering fallout from Leaving Neverland and earlier documentaries. Jackson was acquitted in 2005 after a 14-week criminal trial, and his estate continues to deny the allegations while public opinion remains divided.
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