Michael Jackson’s Family Condemns Plans to 'Resurrect' Him in Holographic Show
The family of Michael Jackson has strongly criticized a proposal to feature a holographic "resurrection" of the late singer at the premiere of the upcoming biopic Michael at London's O2 Arena.
Details of the Proposed Show
Backed by Universal Studios, the film is planned to premiere next spring at the O2 Arena, the same venue where Jackson was set to begin his This Is It residency in July 2009. Jackson, who passed away at age 50 just 18 days before the first concert, was preparing for 50 sold-out shows at this location.
Sources revealed that the demanding preparations pushed Jackson "to his limit" and worsened his dependency on the powerful tranquilizer propofol, which ultimately caused his death.
Use of Hologram Technology
Production executives have reportedly discussed using hologram technology to recreate Jackson's final performances, expecting thousands of attendees for the event.
Family's Reaction
"Michael was a perfectionist. The idea of digitally resurrecting him for marketing purposes would have horrified him. It feels like they're trying to profit off his death all over again. They feel as if this attempt to resurrect him, in a show focusing on one of the hardest periods of his life, is totally ghoulish."
Family members describe the plan as a "macabre publicity stunt" and are deeply offended by what they regard as disrespectful exploitation of Jackson's legacy.
Summary
The plan to holographically “resurrect” Michael Jackson for a biopic premiere ignites strong family opposition, seen as a disrespectful commercialization of his tragic final days.
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