Pirates of the Caribbean actor Johnny Depp has been eyed by film producers in Hollywood to play the late MIchael Jackson in an upcoming biopic about the singer's life.
According to Contactmusic.com, the buzz in the film industry has been that studio executives are considering casting Depp to play Jackson in his later years until his sudden death. While "Ray" star, Jaime Foxx, is reportedly being sought to play the "Thriller" singer before his drastic change in appearance.
"There are a number of offers being drawn up with a variety of angles to tell Michael's incredible life story. Some involve using archive footage of Michael and his family and footage from his live shows," and insider said.
"A couple would even have an actor cast to play Michael. Jamie Foxx has been mentioned, as has Johnny Depp. It all depends on how his family decide to honour him."
Despite the rumors, Depp sharply denies that he knows anything about the studio's agenda about a possible Michael Jackson film.
"No no no, I never ever thought of playing Michael Jackson in a film, I think if anyone should play Michael Jackson in a film it should've been Michael Jackson."