Machine Gun Kelly Received Backlash Over Upcoming Movie Name

Machine Gun Kelly Received Backlash from Mac Miller Family over Upcoming Movie Title

Colson Baker, better known as Machine Gun Kelly, recently announced his new movie about a musical artist (played by MGK) working his way up in the industry. In the movie, MGK hopes to pay homage to many deceased rappers. These include Pop Smoke, Mac Miller, Juice WRLD, and Lil Peep. The title originally planned to be “Good News,” a tribute to a song off of Mac Miller’s posthumous album, Circles. Mac Miller’s brother, Miller McCormick, felt the title was disrespectful and insensitive. He expressed his thoughts on it via Instagram.

“F*** you, f*** your movie, at least change the title.”

The producers of the film released a statement apologizing for the decision. They said, “We realize the title, which was intended as a homage to Mac Miller, and other artists gone too soon, feels disrespectful,” and claimed they will change the title. While the title decision initially was one with good intentions, Machine Gun Kelly hopes to respect the families of the deceased rappers above all else.

Mac Miller before his death in 2018

“We’ve heard from many people on social media who have found offense with the title. So, without hesitation, we will change it.”

The new title is unknown at this time. Production for the film will begin next week. More details are unknown at this time. Hopefully, the deceased rappers that inspired MGK in the film receive respect for their legacy.

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