These Musicians Were Terrible People Behind the Scenes

Leaving Neverland

"Neverland" was what MJ called his home where young boys would often stay overnight. The accusers said that they were repeatedly harmed while at the house, both physically and mentally. Apparently, Jackson even performed a mock wedding between himself and the boys. They were threatened with prison if they told anyone.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.