Photo: Getty Images for Lionsgate
Subscribe to our Free Newsletter to Stay Up-To-Date on Events in your City
When: Monday, April 20, 2026
Hot Spot: Los Angeles, CA
Deets: In a night that paid tribute to the enduring legacy of Michael Jackson, Lionsgate hosted the Los Angeles premiere of MICHAEL at the Dolby Theatre and TCL Chinese Theatre with a red carpet, activations and fanfare extending across Hollywood Blvd. A black glitter carpet set the electric tone from the outset of the night! The event also featured a Getty Images portrait studio, D-Nice at the DJ booth, and Bill Bellamy hosted interviews for MTV on the carpet.
Following the screening, as the end credits rolled, guests continued to dance, sing and cheer in the theater along to Michael’s music. When the cast and filmmakers took the stage, the crowd erupted in a standing ovation. Star Jaafar Jackson closed out the evening with a few heartfelt remarks: “Most importantly, I just hope that my uncle, Michael, is smiling from up above.”
The night brought together talent, filmmakers, celebs, MJ-fans and audiences all in a shared celebration of the MICHAEL movie and Michael’s lasting impact on music and culture.
Spotted: In attendance were stars Jaafar Jackson, Juliano Valdi, Nia Long,Jaafar Jackson, Juliano Valdi, Nia Long, Colman Domingo, KeiLyn Durrel Jones, Laura Harrier, Larenz Tate, Miles Teller, Kendrick Sampson, Mike Myers, and Deon Cole, alongside director Antoine Fuqua, screenwriter John Logan, and producers Graham King, John Branca. The Jackson Family was also in attendance Marlon Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Katherine Jackson and Prince Jackson.
Support for Michael and the film drew a star-studded carpet of attendees including Stevie Wonder, Usher, Martin Lawrence, Mario Lopez, Ron Isley, Magic Johnson, Chance the Rapper, Steven A. Smith, Karrueche, Jason Derulo, Mario, Wale, Vivica A. Fox, Raven Symone, Kai Cenat, Dwight Howard and Michael “Venom” Page.
Hint for the Average Socialite:This event is strictly invite only.
Request tickets to the premiere. First come first serve.
Join Our Members Only Site for Ways to Attend the Michael Premiere
In theatres April 24, 2026.
What’s Trending: @michaelmovie
