Images That Michael Jackson’s Lawyers Don’t Want You To See
By Anna Collins
2 years ago
1. MJ's Actual Mugshot...
Of course, the police collect information about somebody who is on trial. And so this picture shows Jackson's mugshot against his details held in the police file. The case was revolved around the accusations from Gavin Arvizo a 13-year-old boy at the time. There were a total of 14 charges against the singer which has started to come out from various sources once Arvizo had made his statement.
(Image Source/ wiki.com) 2. Before all his surgery began...
Here is Michael on a plane journey, he is sat next to this young girl. This photo was before Michael's transformation and many, many operations that totally changed his appearance forever. A lot of people questioned this move and thought it was very strange.
(Image source/ fanpop)3. Awkward Security Checks...
Here we can see him being checked by security as he enters the building. He is entering the court with his father by his side. his family stood with him throughout all of the allegations and pleaded his innocence.Many of his family including his sister Janet Jackson has posted online on social media regarding how she knows her brother is innocent. Even here, he looks strangely confident and he is wearing a statement red jacket, and holding his hands out whilst staring into the camera as though this is just another performance.
(Image Source/ MichaelJacksonPictures)4. Michael Jackson And His Accuser Wade Robson
This is Michael Jackson with Wade Robson. Who, accused Michael Jackson of abusing all throughout his childhood, right until he hit puberty. He also says that he has formed the most sophisticated child abuse operation ever because of his two cover businesses.Wade Robson's defence called them a very thinly disguised business which had ulterior motives which was actually an operation revolving around abuse.
(Image Source/ Blogspot.com)5. The Two 'Friends' Strike A Pose
Here he is with Wade again. When he came out with the accusations he said that Neverland had been built specifically to appeal to kids to lure them in and trap them. He said he was abused by him.And the housekeeper claimed that she saw them in the shower together naked and she had seen their underwear on the floor. She told people that she could hear Jackson laughing. But Jackson was acquitted of the claims due to the fact that they said he waited too long to file the accusations.
(Image Source/ rockandpop)6. His Friendship With Macauley Culkin
This is Michael Jackson with Macauley Culkin, the well known star of Home Alone. These two also spent a lot of time together, he was one of the boys that Jackson was the closest together. They remained close from Macauley being a very small boy until he was a teen and even then into adulthood.Macauley actually came to Jackson's defence when the allegations emerged. He said that the two of them had stayed in bed together but that Michael Jackson had never done anything inappropriate to him.
(Image Source/ Throwbacks)7. Safechuck and Michael Looks Close As They Are Snapped Together
Here is Michael Jackson with Safechuck. Safechuck was one of the closest boys to Jackson and the pair were inseparable for some time.You can see in this photo how close they were and it is definitely a photo that Michael Jackson's lawyers did not want the jury to see as it establishes their relationship as exceptionally close. particularly because this photograph is one of many pictures of the pair.
(ImageSource/mjfacts.com)8. They Are Joint At The Hip
Here they are again, Michael has his arms around James and he also has his arms around Jackson. Their relationship was definitely unusually close considering the two had no family relations between them.By the looks of things, the two of them had an extremely close relationship and this was clearly established over a lot of time spent together.
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9. The Friendship Was Not Purely Business
Of course, the relationship between them wasn't purely a business transaction. The two of them spent hours and hours together in Michael Jackson's home. Here we can see the two of them walking hand in hand.
Chucksafe now accuses Jackson of grooming him and luring him in under false pretences. He says that the whole place was designed for kids to love it and want to stay.
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10. The Look of Adoration
Chucksafe here in this photo is looking up at Michael Jackson with a look of adoration on his face. You can see the bond that has been built between the two clearly.
If we didn't know the subjects of the photo it would look definitely like father and son. But, Chuck was just another one of his boys that he befriended through his media business.
(Image Source/ thetimes)11. Chuck Saw Michael As A Trusted Confidant
Here they are again. Chuck is whispering something into Jackson's ear as he bends down to hear him. We can tell that Chuck trusted Jackson and probably became somewhat of a father figure as well as a friend to him.
Jackson's lawyer really did not want this series of photos to be witnessed by the jury as it shows just how close the relationship was between him and Chuck.
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12. Michael Was In A Child's World
This is Chuck sat with Jackson in his bedroom. They are playing with some kind of toy and Chuck is holding it proudly up to the camera. Chuck as an adult claims that this is how Jackson gained their affection because everything was designed to appeal to children.
Many sources have said that they would sleep with Jackson next to him in the bed whilst they would play x box games and watch movies together.
(Image Source/ eldiaro.is)13. He Helped With Bed Time
This is him with another one of his befriended young boys called Emmanuel Lewis. He is behind him whilst the boy is on top of who is assumed to be his dad. This shows how involved he came with his life.
He was even helping with the bedtime routine whilst his own parents were there. He is in his pyjamas about to get into bed and Jackson is helping him.
(Image Source/ mjfacts.com)14. Brett Barnes Was Snapped With Jackson Between 1991 to 1996
Here is another photo that his lawyer would definitely not want the jury to see. This is Brett Barnes, who was taken in by Jackson from the years 1991 to 1996.
We can see in this photo how close the pair are, Brett is leaning back into Jackson with his hand placed on his knee. Brett clearly considers Jackson a close and trusted friend. Jackson is sat relaxing looking very happy as he looks to the camera.
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15. Their Friendship Lasted 4 Years
This is him with the same boy, Brett Barnes. He is a little bit younger in this photo. The relationship between them spanned 4 years, within which they spent a lot of time together. Here Brett is sat on Jackson's knee as he poses for the camera.
Brett Barnes also said that the two of them never had any contact with one another despite people speculating that Jackson was too close to him.
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16. Jackson and Juju Elatab
Here he is again with yet another boy sat on his name. This child is called Juju Elatab. He was one of Michael Jackson's closes boys for a couple of years. Again, his lawyers did not want the jury to see these numerous photos with the boys because many thought that it was suspicious.They thought that the relationship Jackson formed with these kids and the way he spent time with them in his house was completely inappropriate. His nephew came to his defence to say that Jackson was just naïve in never considering how it could look bad.
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17. The Look of Relief After Being Found Not Guilty
Here he is leaving the court after he had been acquitted of all charges. After a very long deliberation, and one lengthy trial he was found not guilty. June 13, 2005 marks the day Michael Jackson walked free of his 14 charges as he was found not guilty on all accounts.Of course, some people who believed he was guilty were very unhappy with this verdict, for his die-hard fans there were celebrations. Many of his fans were there waiting outside the court to hail the King of Pop as he is known.
(Image Source/ MichaelJacksonpictures)18. His Wife Lisa
This picture shows him with his wife at the time, Lisa Marie Presley. The whole marriage was a little bit odd and it all happened rather quickly. This photo was a snippet of his music video he released with his wife, they were both practically nude in the video.It was a music video for one of his tracks. He decided to attempt a sexy music video with his wife. Of course, the lawyers did not want the public to see this because it shows Michael Jackson in a promiscuous situation.
(Image source/ MichaelJackson.com)19. Dangling A Baby
This is a photo which shocked the world at the time. Michael Jackson was at a hotel, with his baby. There were a huge crowd of fans outside his hotel and Jackson went out on his balcony to greet them.He wanted to wave to his fans and got so carried away that he dangled his own baby with one arm over the side of the balcony. Of course, he got massive backlash for this as people claimed he was irresponsible and endangering his child's life. He claimed that it was a terrible mistake and an error of judgement.
(Image source/ blogspot.com)20. He Made His Children Wear Masks
Michael Jackson started making his children wear masks in public. We are not sure whether this was for privacy and safety reasons or whether he had other reasons of his own. However, people at the time thought it was strange. As we can see in the last photo, he had a towel over his baby's head.Which, could only be for the privacy protection of the child. However, people would say that instead of putting a towel over the baby's head he could not have taken his baby to the window in the first place.
21. Accusations and Payouts
This is a photo of Michael Jackson with another young boy. This was in 2013, when he was accused of sexual abuse. The claim was going to go to court but the two sides managed to come to a settlement that kept the goings on out of court.The settlement was 22 million, which was paid to the other side. Jackson claimed that this money had come from his record company. And so, there was no trial at this point it was dealt with outside of the court.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)22. Confessions
This is a photo around the time when Michael Jackson invited TV crew members and a journalist to his home, the Neverland Ranch. While they were there, they saw all around the place including the kid's amusement park and all of the other child focused eccentricities.He told the crew and the journalist that he regularly slept in bed with children next to him. Soon after this, he was accused of several counts of child abuse.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)23. The Singer Greets Fans Waiting At His Trial
Here Michael Jackson is waving to his fans as he arrived for his trial. As we know, his trial was due to the accusations of child molestation and it was held at the Santa Barbara County Superior Court in Santa Maria. this is definitely not usually how someone enters for a trial, especially when the case is such a serious one. But the court was surrounded by Michael Jackson's supporters and so instead of keeping a low profile, he waves to them all making the peach signal with his fingers.
24. Many People Don't Know That He Had A Casual Girlfriend!
Here Michael Jackson is with Brooke Shields who he was casually dating at the time. The two of them were attending the Grammys together. Not only is he pictured with Brooke, but also the very young actor Emmanuel Lewis who he is carrying in his arms.In the photo he is paying more attention to Emmanuel who he is looking at in the photo. This picture is before Michael Jackson's many drastic changes to his appearance.
(Image source/ ifitshipitshere.com)25. The Singer Looks Super Stressed
This is the only photo during the trial where he actually looks stressed. you can see in his facial expression as he adjusts his glasses to his face that he is not as calm as his entry to the court made him appear.Perhaps Jackson wanted to retain his composure throughout to appear as though he was never worried that the accusations would be proved to be true. But there there is a definite slip in his cool appearance and you can see the stress in his face.
(Image Source/ MichaelJacksonpictures)26. He Fist Pumps The Camera
Here again, he is walking into the court. he's wearing a white suit which most people will recognise. he's making a fist at the camera whilst smiling. It's a symbol of strength as though he is signalling to his supporters that he will be fine.Perhaps Jackson's popularity made him feel safe enough to give the vote of confidence. Perhaps he knew that with his status and fame he had some kind of protection. It looks almost casual the way he continues to walk ahead, looking anything but nervous.
(Image Source/ MichaelJacksonpictures)27. He Had Peter Pan Bedding
When this was found by the investigation team after his death, people thought it was a bit suspicious. There was a room with Peter Pan bedding and toys laid out, clearly meant for children.However, it it well known that Michael Jackson would have young boys stay over. So this is clearly one of the dedicated rooms. And the Peter Pan theme is a continuation of the name of his ranch, Neverland.
(Image source/ dailymail.com)28. Inside His Neverland Ranch...
This is a picture of Michael Jackson's ranch 'Neverland' as it was at the time. he named it after Peter Pan, the place where young boys never grow up. It was designed of course for him to have fun and for his young visitors. There was a ferris wheel and various fair rides and even a rollercoaster.It was a representation of a place where young boys wouldn't grow up they could go to have fun. This is a picture of how it was exactly when Michael Jackson lived here. They have since been removed and the ranch has been renamed.
(Image Source/ thetimesofnorthwestindiana)29. He Had SO Many Fair Ground Rides in Neverland
This is a picture of him on one of his rides with two young girls. He's staring up at the camera smiling. Pictures such as these now were photos that his lawyers did not want people to see.After having his reputation associated with child molesting, these photos were never looked at in the same way ever again.
(Image Source/ fanpop)30. Michael Jackson With A Line Of Boys
Again, photos such as these are now questioned. this is Michael Jackson with a line of young boys behind them with their arms outstretched and faces towards to sun. Jackson of course due to his media businesses, worked closely with young boys.But, some people say these businesses were merely a façade for what was actually happening. They thought it was a way that Jackson could recruit his children without suspicion. But of course, these allegations never held up in court.
(Image Source/ fanpop)31. The Pair Had A 'Close Relationship'
Here is Michael Jackson with Wade Robson again. It is clear that the two of them are close as they have many photos together and the two of them spent a lot of time together.Wade in 2005 told the court that nothing inappropriate had ever happened between the two of them. But, after Jackson's death he came out a few years later and accused him of repeated abuse.
(Image Source/ fanpop)32. Michael Jackson and Safechuck
(Image source/people.com)Safechuck was another boy who was extremely close to Michael Jackson in his youth. Safechuck described his experience as a 10 year old boy:"There was a castle in the theme park, and upstairs there was a bedroom.'"There were bells, so you would have a moment of hearing them chirp'.33. Under Oath
The housekeeper also described how Michael and Wade would avoid her, the place was so big that they would go far away so that she couldn't find them even if she tried looking all day. He said that the place was full of secret rooms where they could hide and have relations.He also said that as a boy these rooms were filled with toys and so the whole thing was blurred in his mind, the abuse was mingled with toys and playtime. But, both Wade and Safechuck testified before their allegations that nothing inappropriate happened.
(Image Source/ people.com)34. He Stands Outside Court Posing For The Press
Here he is back to his usual energy. Here he is stood outside of court posing for his fans and for the press. The press went mad for this case and every little thing was being followed. Jackson was one of the most popular pop artists in the world and so the media coverage was immense.And, so was his support. He had a lot of loyal fans that were convinced of his innocence. He's making his same iconic pose of the peace hands as he pouts for a photo. Again, this is not typical behaviour on entering or leaving the courtroom following alleged abuse.
(Image Source/ MichaelJacksonpictures)35. They Were Apparently The Best Of Friends
Here the two are pictured together again. The pair spent a lot of time with one another. He was one of Jackson's favourite boys. The pair could also be seen together in adulthood.The friendship that was established from when he was just a few years old carried on until Macauley was an adult and they had an adult friendship together. He was loyal to Jackson and helped to clear his name.
(Image Source/ TheMirror)36. The Friends Went Out SO Much!
This is him with Wade again. The pair are out and about together. Of course, there are not many photos of inside his mansion with the boys, and so the photos we do have are often taken by paparazzi when he is out and about with the young boys.
Here he is with Wade, steering him in the right direction whilst pointing ahead. They are clearly in a crowd of some kind and surrounded by people.
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37. Jackson Owned This Illicit Book
This is not a photo of Michael Jackson himself, but apparently this was a book that was found in his book collection at his mansion. It is a book called 'Boys Will Be Boys' and includes a series of photos of young boys that are barely dressed.So, of course this is definitely something the lawyers would not want us to see because it shows that Michael Jackson enjoyed seeing young boys with very little clothes on.
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38. His Monkey Bubbles Was His Best Friend
Now there is nothing inappropriate or suspicious about having a pet monkey. But, it does establish his character, considering the previous facts we know about Jackson, as a little strange.He had this pet monkey named Bubbled for a few years and he took it everywhere with him. The two of them became quite inseparable. it was just another strange thing that Jackson did that nobody ever quite understood.
(Image source/ ifitshipitshere.com)39. He Slept In A Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber...
Michael Jackson started sleeping in a Hyperbaric Oxygen chamber. In isolation, this may not be seen as very odd. However, there was no known reason for this, although he did suffer from health problems. So perhaps it was a way Jackson tried to alleviate his conditions.And, when we consider all of the other things he did, it creates a pattern of very strange things. If he had had a particular reason to sleep in a Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber then it wouldn't be so odd. However, he had no reasons.
(Image source/ ifitshipitshere.com)40. He Wore A Mask BEFORE People Started Wearing Masks
Wearing a mask in recent times has become the norm. And so, if we saw someone wearing a mask today it wouldn't be questioned or seen as bizarre at all. In fact it is expected if anything. Yet, many years ago this was not the case.Michael Jackson started wearing a mask in public. And, nobody knew the reason although he suffered health conditions so this is the likely reason, to limit the amount of germs he breathes in. As we know, Michael Jackson did not follow any kind of social conventions of any kind.
41. He Had A Toy Castle
This is a photo from inside Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch mansion. As we already know there was a theme park for children in his garden. And, here is a photo of a toy life size castle in his home.There is debate as to whether Jackson liked these things himself and was very childlike. or, whether he built his home to appeal to children, and had things built specifically to attract them and keep them entertained and happy in his home.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)42. Children's Toys
Again, we know that his whole ranch was themed around children's entertainment but it was to an extent that we never even realised before. After his death, the FBI investigated his home and found a whole host of children's toys etc.Here, we have a full shelf packed with children's toys. Unless he was an avid collector, these were not for himself they were for his frequent young guests.
(Image source/ dailymail.com)43. Dolls Everywhere
Again, here is the side of a different room which is stacked with numerous dolls. There were more toys found in this house than in any normal child's room.There were lots of them, in many different places. As though each space was ready for a child to discover more and more toys. People accused him of grooming children by luring them in with material goods that were aimed specifically at children.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)44. A Signed Photo
This admittedly is a strange collection. Here is a signed photo of Macauley Culkin. It's not only strange to have a picture of a child (when you aren't related to them) but it was signed by him too.And, it said ''Don't leave me alone in the house''. Nobody is exactly sure to what this refers to however, it was clearly a prized possession of Jacksons. And you can see other framed pictures of children in the background.
(Image source/ dailymail.com)45. A Sea of Supporters Rally Round
Here is Jackson being walked again into the courtroom. This time we can really get a visual representation of the amount of support he had. his fans actually made placards that said 'Innocent'. Another tells him God is with him.Someone else is holding a sign to say 'Poland loves you'. His following was immense and he had some of the most dedicated fans of any pop star. People really worshipped him, hence the massive turnout to stand outside of the court and plead his innocence for him.
(Image Source/ fanpop)46. He Liked Bondage
Apparently, Michael Jackson had collected many images of bondage. In the photo it shows a lady wrapped up in tape. Whether the claims are true as to whether he was found with multiple pictures of bondage is unknown.This photo however does belong to Jackson. And, his lawyers would not like people to see that Jackson was interested in bondage due to the sexual nature of the claims against him.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)47. He Had A Lot Of Strange Images
This photo was found in a book owned by Michael Jackson. And, it could well have been a coincidence or an accident that Jackson never realised. However, there were other inappropriate child based books and also other conventional pornographic books too.This image is particularly disturbing it shoes a young girl dressed as a murdered child. Considering his closeness to multiple children and how he set up a children's charity it is even more horrifying.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)48. All About Children
This weird image, has a child's face morphed onto an adult's head who is holding a dead sheep. This was another image from a book he owned.apparently, when the police raided his house there were multiple inappropriate children's books stored in multiple places. And, there was a tip off regarding a secret hiding place where even more material was found. This is only a glimpse into the kinds of images Jackson was interested in.
49. Toys Were Found In His House
Here is another image that reveals even more toys found in Jackson's house. Now, considering we know the kind of material he kept in his house, and the material that was especially found in his bedroom and bathroom, the amount of toys alongside this seems undoubtedly perverted.Of course, Jackson was found not guilty on account of sexual abuse. And so, his memory remains innocent but to many this is not the case. A lot of people are convinced that Jackson groomed young boys.
(Image source/ glamourmagazine.com)50. Image Of The Police Raid
This is another photo lawyers would not want us to see. It shows the police raiding his house, and in front of them are lots of children's toys. There are life size super heroes.It makes Jackson look as though his house was a kind of children luring tool so that he could stay with young boys. The police found many strange things in Jackson's house however, he was never convicted of anything.
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