The biographical film Michael reclaimed the top spot at the North American box office this weekend, raking in $26.1 million in its fourth week of release.
On The Megyn Kelly Show, host Megyn Kelly grappled with the film's success, highlighting the enduring tension between artistic legacy and personal conduct. She noted that while the film avoids later controversies, the public struggle remains: "That's, that's the incredible mystery around Michael Jackson. And it's also why those of us who wanna just celebrate his music."
Kelly emphasized that the subject of the film occupies a singular space in the cultural consciousness, describing him as someone who "may have been the absolute darkest, worst, most evil thing you can be as a human on this earth." This internal conflict—separating the performer's undeniable talent from the horrific nature of the allegations—continues to define the commercial reception of Michael as it dominates theaters.
While the box office numbers signal a massive win for the studio, the discourse remains fractured. As the film continues its run, the primary debate on podcasts like The Megyn Kelly Show will likely stay focused on whether an audience can truly compartmentalize the art from the artist without ignoring the Michael Jackson allegations entirely.
