What is the new documentary "Michael Jackson: The Trial" about?

The documentary examines Michael Jackson's 2005 criminal trial where he was acquitted of sexual abuse charges, using unheard audio, footage, and interviews.

When did Michael Jackson die and what are some key dates mentioned?

Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009. His criminal trial was in 2005, and a biopic is scheduled for release on April 24. He also faced allegations leading to a 1994 settlement.

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Jackson's Secret Tapes: Children 'Want to Touch Me'

Q: What do the new Michael Jackson audio tapes reveal?

The new audio tapes feature Michael Jackson discussing his belief that children wanted to touch and hug him, and that his personality attracted them.

4 Feb

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Summary

Unheard audio features Michael Jackson discussing children.
A new documentary examines his 2005 criminal trial.
Tapes reveal his mindset and troubled childhood experiences.

Jackson's Secret Tapes: Children 'Want to Touch Me'

Previously unheard audio of Michael Jackson, discussing his belief that children wanted to touch and hug him, is featured in a new UK documentary. The four-part series, "Michael Jackson: The Trial," produced by Wonderhood Studios, delves into the pop star's 2005 criminal trial for sexual abuse of a minor.

The documentary, airing on Channel 4, utilizes interviews, unreleased footage, and the private audio recordings. These recordings originated from interviews with a rabbi, offering an unprecedented look into Jackson's mindset and his difficult childhood.

The tapes also reportedly demonstrate his "fixation" with Gavin Arvizo, the minor in the 2005 trial. Jackson, who died in 2009, faced numerous child sex abuse allegations throughout his life, including a 1994 settlement.