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== Taylor Michael Lindsey == |
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'''Taylor Michael Lindsey''' (born March 4, 2005, in Washington, D.C., U.S.) is an American dancer and actor. He is best known for portraying Michael Jackson in the upcoming Lifetime film ''Moonwalk: The Michael Jackson Story'' (2028), marking his feature film debut. |
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=== Early life === |
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{{Infobox person |
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| name = Taylor Michael Lindsey |
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| birth_date = March 4, 2005 (21 Years Old) |
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| birth_place = Washington, D.C. |
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| occupation = Dancer |
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Actor |
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| known_for = Moonwalk: The Michael Jackson (2028) |
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}} |
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Lindsey was born in Washington, D.C., and is the sixth of ten children. He comes from a musical family background; his father is a bass player for the band Maze. His uncle is a music producer who has worked on projects for artists such as Toni Braxton and Traci Braxton. |
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Lindsey began dancing at the age of five, performing as a Michael Jackson impersonator. His early exposure to music and performance, along with his admiration for Michael Jackson, played a significant role in shaping his artistic development. |
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=== Career === |
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Lindsey built an early reputation through performances as a Michael Jackson impersonator, appearing at local events and showcases. His dance style, heavily influenced by Jackson’s choreography and stage presence, contributed to his growing recognition. |
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During the casting process for ''Moonwalk: The Michael Jackson Story'', Lindsey was selected from a large pool of candidates following an extensive audition search conducted by the film’s producers and casting directors. The process reportedly involved multiple rounds, including dance evaluations, acting readings, and screen tests focused on recreating key moments from Jackson’s career. |
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In preparation for the role, Lindsey underwent intensive training to accurately portray Michael Jackson across different eras of his life and career. This included vocal study, movement coaching, and choreography sessions with industry professionals. The film’s choreography team is expected to include notable figures associated with Jackson’s original work, such as Rich and Tone Talauega, LaVelle Smith Jr., Travis Payne, and Jeffrey Daniel. |
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''Moonwalk: The Michael Jackson Story'', scheduled for release in spring 2028, marks Lindsey’s first leading role in a feature film. |
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=== Filmography === |
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'''Film''' |
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* ''Moonwalk: The Michael Jackson Story'' (2028) — as Michael Jackson |
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=== References === |
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