Jermaine Jackson Gets Candid On Michael’s Allegations | In His Own Words

In the heart of Gary, Indiana, a small house stood, barely larger than a two-car garage. Inside, the Jackson family lived in close quarters, sharing bunk beds and dreams of a brighter future. Among them was a young boy named Michael, whose extraordinary talent would one day captivate the world. But as Jermaine Jackson reflects on his brother’s life, he reveals a deeper story—one of innocence, love, and the harsh realities of fame.

Jermaine recalls the days of their childhood, where laughter echoed through the cramped rooms. “The mother was there all the time with the kids,” he says, emphasizing the strong family bond that shaped their upbringing. “We all had sleepovers when we were young, and nothing came across about abuse. It was the way we were raised.” For Michael, sleepovers were a normal part of life, a way to connect with friends and share the joy of childhood.

However, as Michael grew older and his fame skyrocketed, the innocence of those days began to fade. Jermaine reflects on the scrutiny that surrounded his brother, particularly regarding the allegations of child molestation. “Have you ever called my brother a pedophile before?” he asks, incredulously. “No. Michael gave his bed to not just the little boys, their mothers, their daughters, and he slept on the floor.” This was a testament to Michael’s character—a man who loved children and sought to create a safe space for them.

Jermaine believes that Michael’s upbringing played a significant role in his actions. “Psychologically, he’s just replaying that,” he explains. “We grew up in a room with bunk beds and all the brothers. Psychologically, that’s never left him.” The world viewed Michael through adult eyes, failing to understand the child within him who longed for connection and acceptance.

As the allegations against Michael surfaced, Jermaine felt a deep sense of injustice. “Why keep doing it? Because he did nothing wrong,” he asserts. “He has a wonderful love for children.” Yet, he acknowledges the societal norms that made Michael’s actions appear questionable. “It’s not normal for a guy of, say, 44 to be sharing a bed with a boy of 12. That is not what most men of 44 do.” The media seized upon this narrative, twisting it to create sensational headlines that would sell newspapers and boost ratings.

“The world today is so demented and so sick that they look at these things the wrong way,” Jermaine laments. He believes that the media and the public failed to see the truth about Michael. “My brother never touched anyone, and they knew this, and the media knew this too.” The allegations were not just an attack on Michael; they were an assault on the legacy of the Jackson family.

Jermaine recalls the moment when the accusations first surfaced. “The family that were making the accusations? This kid has come forth and said, ‘My family made me do this.’” It was a painful realization that the very people who sought to destroy Michael’s reputation were motivated by greed and a desire for fame. “They wanted to shame him and ridicule him,” Jermaine says, his voice filled with anger and sadness.

The trial that followed was a spectacle, with the media capturing every moment. Jermaine remembers the day Michael was handcuffed, a moment that felt like a personal attack on their family. “Handcuffing Michael was like handcuffing all of us and handcuffing the black community as far as I’m concerned,” he states. The injustice of it all weighed heavily on Jermaine’s heart.

As the trial progressed, Jermaine and the rest of the Jackson family rallied around Michael. “We weren’t going to have it,” he insists. “When it comes to messing with our legacy and tampering with something that we worked so hard for, you don’t do that.” The family faced numerous challenges, including limited seating in the courtroom, which prevented them from showing their full support for Michael. “You didn’t see certain family members there because the judge did not want to show, and the American media didn’t want to show my entire family sitting there supporting their brother.”

The tension in the courtroom was palpable, and Jermaine worried about the outcome. “I know what the system can be at times,” he admits. “I didn’t feel that my brother was going to get a fair trial.” In a moment of desperation, he even devised a plan to get Michael out of the country if things went awry. “There was a plane. It could have been at a nearby airport. Where would it have taken Michael? We would have gone to the Middle East, to Bahrain, to Saudi.”

Despite the overwhelming odds, Jermaine held onto hope. “Allah is so good because his good and his innocence is what freed him,” he reflects. “It’s not money; it’s material. He’s a good soul. That’s what freed him.” The day of the verdict was a turning point, filled with both anxiety and anticipation. Jermaine recalls the moment they received the call that Michael was acquitted. “I hear all this cheering, and I walk over to the window and I see this lady release the dove. They wanted to put him away forever because they didn’t want the good that he was doing.”

However, the aftermath of the trial left Michael deeply affected. “He was so torn apart and so hurt,” Jermaine explains. “He was going to court every day, getting up at four in the morning and being dressed and getting ready to hear all these obscene things said about him and just lies.” The emotional toll was immense, and Jermaine worried about his brother’s mental state.

“Is he all right about it, or is he still traumatized by it all?” Jermaine ponders. “Well, he’s a human being, so he probably was hurt.” Michael had dedicated his life to spreading love and positivity through his music, yet he found himself the target of unfounded accusations. “When you have someone who’s every song they write just about as a message to make the world a better place and then to be treated that way, it’s heartbreaking.”

As the years went by, the allegations continued to haunt Michael. “To investigate someone for 17 years, you don’t have anything on them, and you leave the investigations open,” Jermaine states. “They have ways of doing things. That’s why this system is what it is.” The release of FBI files that found nothing only added to the frustration. “But you know how this would have made him feel while he was alive to show? The reason why they didn’t release these is because it would have helped him.”

Jermaine reflects on the impact of fame on Michael’s life. “He was blessed with so much talent and so much ability,” he says. “Usually in this world, people take that and they don’t give back and they don’t use that for the right things.” Michael, however, used his gifts to inspire others, particularly children. “Michael took Allah’s blessings and he gave back to inspire children, to inspire people.”

In the midst of the chaos, Jermaine offers advice to his brother. “You can’t get too close to anyone,” he warns. “Everybody that passed from your back is not your friend.” The people who surrounded Michael were not always genuine, and Jermaine wished they could have been there more to protect him from those with hidden agendas.

As Jermaine reflects on Michael’s legacy, he recognizes the profound impact his brother had on the world. “There are people out there who are very ugly, who want to try to take the very thing that you love and turn it into something ugly.” Michael’s love for children and his desire to make the world a better place were often overshadowed by the negativity that surrounded him.

In the end, Jermaine Jackson’s story is one of resilience, love, and the enduring bond of family. Despite the challenges they faced, the Jackson family remained united in their support for Michael. “He loved children,” Jermaine reiterates, emphasizing the purity of Michael’s intentions. “And that’s what disturbs me because now they just released all these FBI files and they said they found nothing.”

As the world continues to grapple with the complexities of Michael Jackson’s life, Jermaine’s words serve as a reminder of the innocence that once defined his brother. “The world is ugly,” he concludes, “but it’s not so much of the world; it’s certain people. And it’s sad. It’s very sad.” In the face of adversity, the legacy of Michael Jackson lives on—a testament to the power of love, creativity, and the enduring spirit of a child.