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Sky pulls Michael Jackson ‘Urban Myths’ episode following family concerns

Michael's daughter Paris said the portrayal made her 'want to vomit'

Sky have officially pulled the Michael Jackson, Elizabeth Taylor and Marlon Brando Urban Myths episode, following criticism from Michael’s daughter Paris Jackson.

Paris described her anger in a series of tweets, “I’m so incredibly offended by it, as I’m sure plenty of people are as well, and it honestly makes me want to vomit.

The episode was set to centre on Michael taking a road trip from New York to Los Angeles with Elizabeth Taylor and Marlon Brando after the 9/11 terror attacks.

People were also outraged that Joseph Fiennes, a white man, would take on the role of the music legend.

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Offended: Paris Jackson was offended by how her father was portrayed in the episode

In an official statement released by Sky, the broadcaster wrote, “We have taken the decision not to broadcast Elizabeth, Michael and Marlon.

A half hour episode from the Sky Arts Urban Myths series, in light of the concerns expressed by Michael Jackson’s immediate family.

“We set out to take a light-hearted look at reportedly true events and never intended to cause any offence. Joseph Fiennes fully supports our decision.”

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