Michael Jackson‘s kids are celebrating his legacy.
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Michael Jackson’s kids Blanket, left, and Paris were seen at the opening night of "MJ The Musical" in New York City on Tuesday.
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The musical has, of course, drawn criticism considering controversy swirled after the HBO two-part documentary “Leaving Neverland” renewed interest in events against the pop star.
Blanket, 19, wore a black suit with a white shirt while Paris, 23, wore a patterned red dress.
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A reporter was asked to leave the red carpet on opening night after asking “how audience members should balance potential discomfort with enjoyment of the show’s theatrical artistry.”
“I’ve been hearing you’re asking difficult questions,” Variety’s’ Michael Appler said he was told by a representative. “Not on opening night. If you would like to ask real questions, you can schedule an interview with the cast.”
Paris with her brother Prince, 24, on the red carpet ahead of the show.
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“MJ The Musical” has received very mixed reviews, with The Hollywood Reporter calling it “remarkable” and Deadline referring to the show as “visually and sonically ravishing.”
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On the other hand, the New York Post said the show had a “lifeless script” and accused “MJ” of sanitizing Jackson’s life and music. Similarly, The New York Times said it was “jarring” that Jackson’s biggest scandal was left out of the story completely.
