One Twitter user superimposed a picture of Halle Bailey's face on Janet Jackson's body in a video of the singer at the 1993 Grammys as she presented her brother Michael Jackson with an award.
"What would it look like if…." Halle Bailey had to recreate Janet's '93 Grammy's presentation speech for a Janet Jackson biopic pic.twitter.com/csltMpJfgr
— St. Elix ???????? | FEAR THE GLOW IS COMING ???? (@ShaolinByNature) January 9, 2022
While Photoshop isn't new, the video definitely shocked several fans with its eerily realistic quality. Several people looking at the short clip commented on how dangerous digitally altered images could be in the future.
Deepfake technology fascinates me so much, but I am DEEPLY concerned about what will happen when it gets to the wrong hands. https://t.co/JJAxpOpA1h
— Ini Miney (@Jaffney_Quinn) January 11, 2022
Deepfakes are so scary how are u not terrified by this https://t.co/z82NfQjqvX
— Apa (@apaagbayani) January 11, 2022
The advancement of A.I. should terrify everyone, because…. https://t.co/PD3RH0SXog
— LAV_NDER (@LAV_NDERiij) January 11, 2022
One user pointed out that social media could likely create a biopic for Janet.
Does Janet even want a biopic, because social media is going to make it happen regardless. ????????????
This is good work, though. Scary, but good work. lol https://t.co/OyfrjA8fRj
— ithl123 (@ithl123) January 11, 2022
On the other hand, the video left some other users with a sudden desire to see Bailey on screen as the star of a solo Janet biopic.
Soooo whenever @JanetJackson is ready for her biopic, we know @HalleBailey would be IT for the role! ???? https://t.co/RZpz2T7J4Y
— DOC | Pull up in the Sri Lanka! What!? (@mrdoc) January 11, 2022
What also makes Halle perfect for janet biopic is that Halle carries the same poise, softness and elegance Janet carries its in her demeanor already https://t.co/qWN8cVjbps
— Shakeeb ???????? (@VELVETHERHYTHM) January 11, 2022
According to Variety, the "Rhythm Nation" singer has a documentary scheduled to premiere on Lifetime and A&E Network this month. Simply titled Janet, the project will feature testimonies from friends and fellow musicians, including Mariah Carey and Paula Abdul, and will also include some cameos from family members.
