LKL WEB EXCLUSIVE: He Helped Save Michael Jackson's Life

You are a true friend Miko. Michael was very lucky to have you in his life and vice-versa. For how close you and Michael are, I know all of this must be very hard on you, but talking about it is one of the best healing medicines you could get. We are all here supporting you and the family and children. I am just a very long time fan, 40 years now and Michael touched my life more then I could ever express in words. Stay strong and I send you many blessings through this difficult time. In addition, I want to say Thank you Miko for sharing the part of your life with Michael, with all of us.

God Bless you and your family, and Michael's beautiful children.

and to add MIKKO has been in Michael's life ever since...now thats a real friend

An Angel till the very end, you were God ordained to protect Michael, a gifting Miko!!!

His music played a role in many lives, although he's gone his legacy will live forever Thank you Larry King for sharing this article, and taking many people back down memory lane.

Thanks for sharing that. I wish you had been there with him when his heart stopped....I know Miko would have done everything he could to save him . .I'm going to miss Michael . . Michaels' music has been a part of most of my life. He will surely be missed..

Miko you are MIchael's best friend I feel for you loss.

I saw the video last nite as millions did..I wish they had shown it years ago..how blessed you are to have been his friend!!! Truely you did not hesitate..

Larry I really wish you would focus two shows each on the boy who lied and now is saying he did lie per MJ court cases. I don't think that this should be said and covered up. To this date MJ reasons for his sadness was because of these court cases and paying $20mil for these lies. Please as you are doing set the record straight, because many are still thinking and voicing opinions that he was a petifile, PLEASE SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT, ALL MEDIA FOLLOWS YOU LARRY FOCUS 2 SHOWS ON THIS AND BY GOD SEND JOURNALIST TO FIND THIS CHILD AND HIS ATTORNIES AND FAMILY TO HUNT THEM AS MJ WAS.
Too, can you do 2 shows on AEG and how they were greedy and pushed MJ into doing these shows and possible part of the actions to kill him for the insurance money. Please bring this out, I have watched their interviews and obvious to many seen how they cared less for MJ; even his father told MJ to 'watch them something about them was not right'.
I am so glad Larry King you are bringing out stories in a civil way in MJ defense. Because we must honor him in congress...We must push for this.

We are all sorry and sad for this great loss. I thank you for sharing the moments.

In this picture, Miko really looks like Michael's son Blanket.

By the way, since his death, I have been researching many articles – Can Sony be behind some of the foul play regarding the inaccurate or slanted stories about Michael? The far off representation of Michael's life and personality seem to have propelled after his backlash towards Sony when he protested them. Any thoughts?

Thank you for sharing your story. You and Michael were true friends. I appreciate hearing you stand up for Michael after his untimely passing. I miss him so! God bless you.

YEA LARRY if you have the nerve to show that pepsi commerical....have some backbone and bring the accusers to your table....

missing you michael jackson

Miko you were truly Michael`s friend , I extend my condolences for your loss.

I agree, Ann. It's obvious that both families lied. From what I understand, of course, you cannot believe all that you hear and read, the families will not discuss the cases. It would be nice for someone to bring to light all of lies from both cases. Unfortunately, this was not something the media was willing to do.

I think it’s a shame that organiztions like AEG LIve and Sony stand to make tens of millions of dollars off of Michael Jackson now that he is gone. AEG Live especially is undoubtedly going to make millions without Michael ever even performing on the O2 tour. It think that it would be a wonderful gesture if they would donate,in Micheal’s memory, some of that profit to some of the charities he held dear to his heart .

Miko, thank you for sharing your story. It's nice to hear about the many positive and loving things that Michael did during his life. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his close friends and family.

Brando's kid is another hanger-on'er trying to take credit for the success of Michael Jackson. Baloney.

With as much bad that is being said about Joe Jackson, I would like to say that it is to his credit that we even could have appreciated the talent /genious of MJ. Perfect father, not.. Joe created through discipline and work ethic the alter-ego that was the power house of talent known as Michael Jackson.

All we hear about is that Joe was an abusive father. Coming from a home where being born a female was a huge deficet (3 older brothers) and compounded by the fact my mom had big boobs and the fact I could barely raise an A cup which my dad & brothers constantly ridiculed, on top of phtsical and mental abuse, that has not driven me to substance and self abuse. So what Larry, you survived a life without a father and who can say what course your life would have taken with one??.
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Give Joe Jackson a break. I think that Michael Jacksons spiral into wierdness and drug addictions says alot more about who he was without his father's guidance than with it. MJ was a a creative genius but a candle in the wind without a fathers protection and guidance.

Marya Taylor

The fire burnt for several seconds and why didn't anybody interfier until Michael remained bald?

Miko, you are one true friend. You have been very nice and supportive of your friend in recent days and not allowed yourself to give your opinion to speculation and rumor. God Bless you. MJ was very lucky to have you for a friend.

Michael Jackson will live forever, as said on the Bashir interview( sorry, for mentioning that).

Miko,
You define what a best friend should be. I'm sorry the media keeps playing the Pepsi video, it's real upsetting. They play it yesterday & still today on Nancy Grace, Campbell Brown, etc. they're playing it again! I think I've lost all respect for CNN network..

Ann,I agree with you. I think that AEG is involved more than they are saying. I have thought that all along. Why was it that AEGdid not pay for the memorial service?? I thought it was awful whenit was mentioned prior to the city of LA offering to pay, that maybe the Jacksons would have to foot the bill.

I might of missed something from this video.
Michael's hair was on fire for ten seconds and from what I saw Michael must of smelled smoke for he started to remove his jacket.
It looked like Michael's quick thinking to shake his head around and not Mikko shaking MJ's head around that put out the fire in the hair and only after that did Mikko and others run out to him.
Granted without the audio it is hard to say if anyone ,
maybe Mikko yelled out to him to advise him of the fire and thus then had a hand in warning MJ of what was happening
but otherwise with all do respect to Mikko how did he save his life if Michael ordeal seemed to of been over before Mikko and the others got to him.
Mind you I really want to try to be objective towards Mikko so I will have to see the video again because this is the first time that I hear that Mikko "saved" his life for I really did not see that.

—Ann & Adrienne
I agree totally. I think AEG is trying to cover their butts because they came out with that rehearsal tape ASAP to prove that M.J was doing fine.. They have over 100 hours worth of M.J's rehearsal so I heard. Wonder how much they want for that. Ha.

does anyone else think that blanket and brando could be related. i mean just take a good look at the pictures. i am sure it would be denied but it sure would be interesting to see a childhood picture of miko.

On Nancy Grace, M.J's 1st cousin is saying that Joe Jackson never abused M.J. What the heck?! I don't believe this.. I think he's trying to get publicity..

I was wondering if the coroner would be able to tell if Micheal might be alive today if 911 was called right away and if CPR was giving in the corect way? That would be a really good story to report. Thats why I would have to agree with Joe and Latoia Jackson on "Foul Play".

Amanda, Mrs. Jackson has said the same thing in previous interviews. I think that they are just trying to protect him. It is apparent that MJ was abused. I believe he was verbally, sexually, physically and emotionally. I believe that this was the sole reason for his issues with women. I really wish Mr. Jacksonwould be quiet. Those children need to go with Marlon. I think he is the most stable one in that family. I think Janet would be okay, but her career is important. These kids need to be in a stable environment, AWAY from the media.

I don't believe MJ would lie about this, there are tons of people who know this. In addition, Barry Gordy indicated on Tavis Smiley that he did not see any evidence of abuse. I think that people are trying to protect the father.

can someone please check into AEG? There hasn't been a lot on the company. Other then I keep hearing how much money was being spent for Michael to go to London. Seems like something isn't right here,.
People have plotted for a lot less money in the past,,
Be good reporters and do some real interviews . Like the old days when journalism helped people...Miko was there to save Michael once, I wish he had been with him on June 25th...Missing Michael so much

Miko – You are too cool! How lucky Michael was to have you for a friend. Your sincerity shines through whenever you speak.

Like last night, King will run the Pepsi video, over, and, over, and, o ver, again...to sate his morbid fascination for watching hte "actual" suffering of a human being...and, being paid VERY well to be so insensitive and tasteless...Even the likes of Mark Geragos remarked at how distasteful watching the video was...and, quipped, "Anything for ratings!!!" Poor Michael is a Godsend for the slobbetring Hounds of Hell, in the "media", who have nothing else to "unearth"...

WOW .. Ann, I agree with what you said. That matter should come clean, they have ruined MJ career for years, because of what these boys said. (For the record I did not take what the media was saying because I've always said "if you was not there in the bedroom who would you really know"). Miko, you where a true blessing for Michael, If you would not had been there who knowns what would had occur. But what help's most is that they keep showing the clipping of the accident back in 1984. Noone need to be reminded of that. What is important now, is for the Law to really find out what happen to Michael, so that his children do not have to keep hearing about it.

Now, there has been questions about if Michael's accident may be the cause of him being hook on prescription drugs, for twenty something odd years. Which still makes his legacy become bad. What they really should be looking at is the Doctors' who keep writing the prescriptions. Because, you really do not have to have money for you to get a precription from a doctor, all you have to do is say something hurts and here they come with the prescription pad. The problem is when you can get the precription drug all the time you tend to become adjusted to them. That is why, I be very careful what I take and how often it is taken. Even prescription sleeping pills because when you get use too it they tend not to work and then you need something stronger. Did not mean to go on for so long. This thing with Michael, really hurts and trying to understand it makes you even more down. Enought said Larry King is on.

was Michael wearing any type of hair piece that protected his scalp? it seems as if the reaction was very delayed.

Miko – so nice to see you since you are the only real friend that has not said a word against Michael. That's what a best friend is all about bro.

The coverage of MJ is getting a bit excessive ! I agree he was an icon,
but let him rest in peace ,he deserves at least that.America is to
obsessed with celebrity.

The world has lived on since 1984 without needing to see Michael Jackson's sad and much-talked-about incident on the Pepsi commercial. Now that he's gone, I've seen this video more times than I can count. Enough already. Let him rest in peace.

Bless you, MIko! Larry, ENOUGH of the MJ on fire clip!

Did he not feel the fire until he came down the stairs or what?? Ouch.

—Adrienne
If Joe was really saddened about his son's death why is he talking about record companys & what not? When he was at the BET Awards that's what he was talking about along w/his attorney who sort of was speaking for him. Joe seems greedy. I swear, some people will do or say anything to get an interview on LKL or HLN. How wrong. For example, Janet isn't doing any interviews she's ignoring the media like everyone else should be doing. If they do talk to the media they shouldn't say that Joe didn't abuse M.J b/c whether it was physical or mental abuse it was still ABUSE damnit!

It's obvious Miko is a very loyal friend to Michael. I admire that. Larry, I love your show and tune in every night, but please stop grilling Miko and allow him to grieve and hold his friend's memory sacred

Thank goodness Miko was there! I recall the video of this accident playing in 1984 but I can't recall which program played it. As I recall I think Pepsi was sued for the accident, as it was their pyrotechnics that were at fault.

You are a true friend Miko...

I LOVE Miko Brando because he NEVER betrays his friend, Michael, by blabbing to Larry King a lot of trash-talk, and ugly rumors! Miko is a GENTLEMAN, a considerate friend of the grieving Jackson family...and, something that King recognize, if it knocked him down...a CLASSY man...

Please stop putting Mikko Brando on the air. Honestly, do you mean to tell me that this guy was around MJ everyday and never noticed anything?? Come on!

For Miko being such a close friend of MJ, he seems to know nothing about him!!! To not have ever seen him (MJ) on drugs or take drugs through out all the yrs of their friendship is pretty amazing to me!!!
Blanket bares a strange resemblance to Miko!!!

Anyone else tired of Mikos? He never adds anything new to the MJ story, so why keep having him on?

Miko, thank you for being respectful of your friend and not responding to any of the questions about the drug abuse allegations, burial, body, etc. You have been such a good friend. Thank you. Michael was very lucky to have you as a friend. I hope you will continue to keep in touch with the kids. YOu will help keep their father's family alive.

I meant to say the kids father's memory alive.

I will be so glad when all of the speculation about Michael Jackson is over. Hopefully when the final report comes out everyone will let it go. Maybe then some rest can come to his family. As for Joseph Jackson... Go somewhere and sit yourself down, you are making the family look bad!!!

"Meet Joe Jackson" is the name of the show, right? And, King asks..."What's it about"?????

What's this dude talking about? He didnt save Michael! You can clearly see in the video that Michael snuffs out the fire in his hair himself by rapidly turning many times. People only descend upon him afterwards!

Miko, our sincere condolences, and thank you for KEEPING PRIVATE PRIVATE.

I am so SICK of hearing Joe's name and news about him! "LOVING FATHER", MY FOOT!!!!!!!!!!! Even God can't convince me that Joe is a "loving father"

I believe Miko is hiding alot of things. He is a liar. And i think he is a contributor to priscription drugs. Larry King dont be afraid to ask him the questions we all want to know. I feel he is afraid of what might come out. If he does not answer to you Larry , dont put that liar on your show. Also we all believe that blanket is the father. How can Miko say that MJ was healthy or that he wasn't on drugs.

Why is this lady sticking up for Joe Jackson? She's got her back up quite a bit, obviously she's in it for the money.

Larry , please stop doing shows on Michael Jackson just to get the ratings . Enough is enough . The Jackson's allowed you to sit with the family at Michael's memorial service .You are now cashing in on Michaels death , shame on you .

Bill is a hater. ;D

Larry- why do you continue to have Miko on your show??? He's either stupid or acting stupid!! He never answers any question.

@Bonnie – That may be indicative of the fact that Jackson's "addiction" wasn't anywhere near what the media is making it out to be, or that it didn't last nearly as long as they claim it did.

It's simple, either Joe and Katherine live together or not.

Larry,
Enough with all your shows on Michael Jackson's death. Enough, enough. This isn't news. It's repetitive speculation. I tune in at the beginning of your show because I generally enjoy watching, but as soon as I hear that the topic is Michael Jackson I turn to another channel. Whatever people think about him, let the poor man rest in peace!

Hi I'm Josephine and I'm 16 years old and I would like to say that
Miko is awsome! He is the only person who was close to Michael that isn't bashing him. He stands up for Michael and stays true to him.
God Bless you Miko.
Now as far as Joe I feel that he shouldn't be anywaer near Michaels kids he's already talking about how talented Blanket is. I Fear that he will do to them what he did ti Michael if he is alowed to be around them.

It baffles me as to why you continue to have Miko Brando on your show and ask him personal questions about his friend/employer Michael Jackson. Isn't it obvious by now that he is not going to throw Michael "under the bus" and reveal any personal infor. that he has? Unless you are paying Miko well, I don't understand why he continues to appear on your show.

I am really tired of seeing Miko speaking about Michael Jackson. If he was a close friend, why didn't he do something to help Michael regarding his drug problem? I wish all his friend's that are speaking out now would have done something to help MJ, as the end of his life was very sad. Where were his friends while he was doing his drugs? Miko, just go away......

I have no interest in watching any special or series involving Joe Jackson. Michael cut him out of his Will and that says enough for me. The man has his own agenda. All he talks about is promoting his own label, Michael's kids and now this special? I won't watch it. I'd rather have a root canal.

I seriously doubt the Jacksons would have had the amount of success that they did , without the guidance of Joe, he may not be perfect but it really bothers me that he gets nothing but a bad rap. He was the first to believe in his kids and inspire them to seek stardom. It just got out of control.

These guests can "put lipstick on a pig", by "humanizing" Joe Jackson...but that old dog wants to work Michael's kids like SLAVES...just as he did his other children...period.

Miko,

There are lots of people that will miss Michael Jackson, I know I do. I can't imagine how much you do. You were a good friend to Michael and you were lucky enough to have spent time with him on earth.

I find Miko to be very frustrating to watch on LKL. He can't put two coherent words together and I think we will all find that he was one of the people who helped MJ get his drugs. Has anyone else noticed how nervous Miko gets when ever Larry asks him about the drugs? How can Miko have been one of MJ's best friends for over two decades and he not see him on drugs or do drugs??? Time will tell. He is riding MJ's coat- tails, even after his death. Sad.

Larry , why did you invite Marcia Clark on your show? She knows nothing about Michael & family . Did you invite her because of her connection to OJ.

For Miko being being such a good friend, he has nothing to say.
Miko is a waste of air time.

How can Miko say that MJ was his best friend. Why didnt he help MJ., if he says that he loved MJ.

The real Joe Jackson came out when he publicly promoted new artists during a news conference ablut his son's death.

What a great friendship between Michael and Miko. Thanks you Miko for sharing your experiences with your good friend. You are obviously a loyal and caring friend.

I really enjoy seeing Miko on Larry King. Miko is so much more open with Larry than he is with the other interviewers... without telling all of Michael's secrets, which is so admirable and loyal.

Ugh, really don't want to see the Jackson reality project. Of course Joe is going to be all smiles for the cameras. It's all about him.

Heard rumors (yes rumors) that Prince Michael, Paris and Blanket all want to live with Auntie Janet... and it's mutual. Oh I hope that is the outcome. That would be the perfect solution!!!! I have been hoping so before that ever since the guardianship became an issue.

A horse with no name..sounds familiar like another song

reminds me of a 'horse with no name" sort of.....

Good evening Larry. I love your show and I think you are a wonderful person. God Bless you. I must say, though, the video of Michael Jackson's injury is difficult for me to watch, I usually turn my head, but tonight I didn't.

Miko is just avoiding the questions because he doesnt want to be like everyone else whose putting all of M.J's personal stuff out there. Miko isn't obligated to say anything. I don't see why he was on the show again though.. lol..

@Ann I am in complete agreement with you. Micheal has passed, he was a world humanitarian. He deserves the respect of the truth coming out in the molestation case. It's a shame that boys parents exploited him like that, but htat boy went along with it he could've told the truth. They destroyed Micheal with that accusation. It is time they are found and charges brought upon them. Isn't extortion against the law? So how about finding them???

Keep the Michael Jackson stories coming Mr. King. I am loving it. Thank you.

Larry, do we really need to relive this horrendous accident. Yes we have heard so much about Michael's possible drug addiction but no evidence has been unveiled yet. No proof just a bunch of people, coming out of the wood works, saying they saw him in drugged condition. Who are they? Can we trust what they say? Look at his own family making money off of his death already. Latoya talking to that newpaper and getting paid, his father on t.v. getting paid. Please tell me that Miko is not getting paid. He seems to be the only friend Michael had. At least Miko is legit.

I want to tell viewers that Micheal Jackson CD's are out there. Walmart has Jackson 5 great selections .. There going fast. It's always a shame that a personality like Micheal could'nt make it to #1 while he was alive. I am looking forward to his latest works. Great coverage Larry.

Miko Brando had pure love for Micheal, not for his money.

God Bless Michael and I am just glad to see respectful people like Mikko and Larry King not talking about his drug use and other less than perfect parts of his life. The respectful friends deserve our, his fans, respect. Whether Mikko actually saved him or not – probably no one knows cause none of us were there but I am grateful to Mikko & Larry for having a respectful show about him. peace.

Julie,

Yes, the similarities with A Horse with no name. Apparently MJ did obtain approval to use the song and America (recording artists) were honored to have him do so.

Larry,

Thank you so much for your coverage of Michael Jackson. I'm curious about why Michael hasn't been put to rest yet as it seems Neverland Ranch was only $400 and an application away. Neverland could become a Graceland for his Legend to live on, fans to remember him and family and charity to make money. Did MJ want to be cremated? Is it possible the family will say he is buried somewhere but ultimately really be buried elsewhere? Is it possible he is already buried and the casket was empty during the memorial? Rock On Larry and MJ we miss you, RIP.

Just as with Elvis, are the public and media going to let MJ rest in peace.

Miko, my heartfelt condolences for your loss of Michael. He was very blessed to have you in his life. Friendship is a quality in people that should never be taken for granted, and you have expressed yours in such a devoted and profound fashion. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and your family during this very difficult time.

My niece read in a magazine that none of Michael Jackson's kids are biologically his! And that he never wanted to father any children for fear that they would inherit his skin disease! As I thought about it, I realized that none of his kids have any noticable African-American features. Heard anything about this?

@janie – You'd have to see the evidence of that in order to know you needed to help somebody.

There are too many people who have been around Michael Jackson for too long who didn't see nearly the kind of thing you'd think would be obvious in somebody who is addicted. That means one of three things:
1. They weren't paying attention and he was hiding it (which seems unlikely. Can a crackhead hide being a crackhead? Heck no)

2. His "addiction" wasn't nearly as bad as they claim

3. His "addiction" didn't last nearly as long as they claim it was. He could have had years and years of being completely RX – free which would explain why so many people saw no signs (no slurring, no binges, coherent listening and responding, etc)

BTW, I don't think Blanket looks like Miko. He looks like a number of his other cousins who are biracial.

@ angela

"guidance"? Yeah he guided a 5 yr old to STRIP CLUBS, he guided with belts in his hand....The kids were thrown against the wall, beaten with tree branches and iron sticks. There's a word for Joe's way of "guidance", CHILD ABUSE. He was a worthless man who had difficulty providing for his family so he made his children work and he still tries making money off of his DEAD SON. If your children are vomitting when they see you, you FAILED as a dad...And he fathered a child with another woman and cheats on Katherine openly, he's bad in million different angles.

I really like Miko Brando. He is a very classy guy and most certainly a true friend to Michael Jackson. He is most uncomfortable answering questions Larry Puts to him and does not respond. I am going to miss seeing him when this Michael Jacson death is not in headline news.

Joe's reality show WILL fail!

To Miko -Where have you been since you were such a good friend. You know of nothing to do with drugs, or anything that was bringing this man down. How far was the friendship. If my friend was in this shape, I would be screaming from the roof tops. I do not question the closeness but do question haw close was close. Like I say my friend would not have gone like this without my verbal or even physical abuse to save their live.

For those who are sick of seeing the M.J news, it's going to be on EVERY news station until the autopsy reports come in. Every news channel I've watched has has a segment on M.J whether we want to watch it or not it's still going to be there. Some drag it out more then others though.. & I feel now that most are doing it for ratings..

Larry...why not ask Mikko how Michael spent more money than he made. Ask him why he changed the colour of his skin? Everyone is talking about his pain killer addiction....OF COURSE he had an addiction to pain killers...look at all the operations he had? Go sit in the sun with no sun screen for the whole day and tell me how you feel. Now imagine bleeching your skin. And of course MJ's doctors allowed this.

I saw the video- it doesn't correlate with what Miko says. In the video, Michael himself puts out the fire by spinning, then several people (not just Miko) rush out to make sure the fire's out... without Miko, it would have been exactly the same outcome. No disrespect to Miko, he seems like a great guy, but let's not lie about what really happened here.

Miko and Blanket look like father and son. The resemblance is remarkable!!!

Michael's children are beautiful and look nothing like his dematologist.
Has anyone noticed the youngest boy looks like a "Brando".
Are my eyes deceiving me or does anyone else notice a resemblance?

Aloha Larry KIng from Hana, Maui, Hawaii,

Your coverage of Michael Jackson's tragic and tender life has been spellbinding. The funeral coverage was especially stunning. Thank you.

However, I felt that airing the Pepsi commercial was in poor taste, dishonoring his memory and his grieving family.

I'm sure the decision to air it was not your decision alone. I realize there is a fine line between the public's need to know and the freedom of press, and "censorship," – but, let's leave the horror to the Enquirer, etc. if this image must be released.

Thanks.

Michael's "unreleased song" sounds an awful like "A Horse With No Name" by America.

repoorts are out that michael sufilance tape was altered so that you cant see who gave him drugs. why would u do that if u aint guilty and i believe that they stole his money and jewels to is this enough for a criminal investagation to find out why the tape altered

LARRY, PLEASE KEEP WITH THE MJ NEWS
Those who complain should utilize their remote control
I think CNN is doing a GREAT JOB with their coverage of current events.

Miko is a true friend of MJ and a real man; you can see that in the video. While I admire his reticence to defame his friend's memory, I'm getting tired of his constant "I don't know" or "I have no idea" answers. The only thing he confirmed (sort of) was that there was an intervention, which he "heard about". Other than that, he isn't giving up any information, so what's the point of continually having him as a guest?

I agree with Ann, why don't you talk about how those boys lied about him and how AEG and so called manager, etc. tricked him into doing more than 10 shows. That is a lot of shows for anyone to do. They were out for the money point blank. They did not care about MJ. Instead of focusing on his drug addiction and if he and Debbie Rowe had sex, and if he is the biological father, focusing on the people that was set on destroying his image. By the way, you can look at those kids complexion and tell they are bi-racial. Bi-racial kids dont always have kinky wavy hair.

As far as the abuse goes, all the brothers & sisters have said that they'd get hit back then too. There was also a movie based on the life of the Jacksons called, The Jacksons: An American Dream check it out! It's really sad.

Those tapes of the fire didn't come out all those years for a reason, Michael was a private person and didn't want stuff out there like that. I feel that by watching all that we are invading his privacy. Michael was important to many people, and made a difference in so many ways in so many lives. He has touched us all in one way or another in a way that will stay with us for years to come. He will live forever in all of our hearts and i choose to remember him as he was a great humanitarian that created the most real and beautiful music along with the greatest dancing abiility of all time. Lets let him rest in Peace that is something he so much deserves as he never got that while sharing this great world with us, so as he gave us his time and life let us give him his peace that he so longed for. Rest in Peace Michael we will miss you and love you always.

Finally Joe Jackson may get a fair shake. Michael Jackson refered to his father a a genius, he and Janet bought him a boat as a gift and Michael has said he has forgiven his father. Michael Jackson also said Marlon got the worst of the abuse not him. The media has ripped into this man so unfairly and Katherine Jackson could lose her custody bid because of the media ripping on Joe Jackson. I have never heard Joe Jackson suggest Michaels children go on a world tour call "The Jackson 3" That was a media creation. What a desparate attempt to get ratings. There is no new information on the Michael jackson story so the media makes it up. I can't wait to see the footage of Joe Jackson. I suspect many people will change their mind about him

Thank you Mikko for sharing your friendship with Michael and for saving his life that day which enables us to enjoy him for these few precious years. You have been a wonderful friend to him. I empathise with your loss. God Bless!

@ Amanda. Excellent recomendation!!! I have seen The Jackson's The American Dream. Nothing could be closer to the truth than that program. It has aired on VH1 several times now since Micheal passed

i didn't realize how badly burned michael was. i'm glad miko was there to help with putting out the fire out. but i agree, those of you that don't like the coverage on michael jackson, there's the remote. use it!

Amanda, I agree with you. I am disgusted with the family members and friends who are interviewing. If they truly care they would be not doing that. I question why Tito spoke up now. Really the kids paternity is a private matter. I really don't like Mr. Jackson. The only thing I think that was helpful is that he does think that AEG is involved. I did not like that ABC interview at all. That was really not appropriate at this time.

@Janet Samuels
The song similiarities to America's song "A Horse with No Name".. yes... and he did it with permissions of the manager and America themselves (who were reportedly honored to have him do so).

All of this.. is of course, allegedly (lmao)

I agree that the coverage is a little much anymore. I love you Larry but really... come back to Michaels story when u have some real news. The incessant showing of the Pepsi video and interrogating anyone who ever met Michael. None of this is helpful.
I love Michael more than my meager words could ever describe. Im about
to watch the Live in Bucharest DVD... I beg and Pray every day that justice wil be found for Michael and his family and us, the fans...

...GONE TOO SOON

I still think Blanket looks like M.J.. but theres a possibility that Miko could be related.. :0

@EO, San Diego are you kidding me?

Survallience tape was altered? I haven't heard that one yet.

I have seen reports that (I think in LaTya's interview) that approx $2mill and jewelry was taken by the time LaToya went back to MJ's home that night around 11pm ... something like that.

But the tape info... ??? Would love to know where that is also.

DWB, I think you are completely wrong on your commentaries about Mr. Larry king and the coverage of the story. We, the public, are closely following the news about the death of Michael Jackson. We want to know the truth about his death and see each and everyone of the doctors involved pay for what most believe has been a crime.

Friends help friends and also there is trust. like Elizabeth Taylor when she intervened. Now thats a true friend ,not Miko. Come on people snap out of it. She cared and she loved him.

@Gaby – I totally 10000% agree with you about wanting to know the truth and following the story. It is time that we, as a society, make sure that changes are made before we lose more people, even our own family members, to things such as drug addiction ... especially when it can be stopped.

At least changes can be made in Michael's name and grab the attention of law enforcement and medical officials. And his fans will follow it through to the end to make sure the changes are made.

Miko sounds like a truly friend, he can keep secrets, as private things are private, even if MJ is not around any more... with all their experiences they went trough together, i call that life time friendship..

Adrienne your so right about the Paternity of the children. What does it matter. So what if he is not the biological father of the children. He Loved them, He took care of them and was there for them That is alot more than some men out there that definately know that they are the father. Plus, if they want to stress it so bad in his case then for all those people out there that have children through a serrogate then when they pass should those children be taken from them because they have no biological standing. What does it matter he was DADDY to them and thats all that should matter. Its nobodies business, they were his. Just as its nobodies business about who adopts or has a serrogate. He wanted children and gave them a wonderful life and was a wonderful father. God Bless him for that.

Miko, Throughout the past few weeks, I have been touched by you, your friendship with Michael and how you have shown thru this media circus what a good friend you are. You refuse to say anything negative about him, and want everyone to see the good, kind, loving man who was one of your best friends. You are probably the only person I have seen that has stayed true to your friendship.

For those of you who are griping about Miko, being too "boring" or not giving dirt – put yourselves in his place. What if this was your best friend that died – would you go out there fanning the flames (no pun intended) and portraying your friend in a bad light, selling their secrets, inner most thoughts and demons to the highest bidder? Would you want your best friend to do that to you, after you would pass? If you would, then you were never that person's true friend to begin with.

I suffer from chronic pain myself, due to an accident and it is very difficult and my heart goes out to Michael, his family and friends. It's not easy on the person, or the people closest to them. I don't know what happened and I'm not going to speculate. It's not my business. I just hope that now, Michael is truly revered for the man he was, the humanitarian he was and the gift he was to us all. There are very few people in this world that can move people, and bring the world together the way Michael did thru his music but most importantly his heart.

May he finally be free of his pain, and resting in peace....singing and dancing across the heavens. And please, please stop showing that video...it breaks my heart to see someone in so much pain, having been there myself – not to mention the pain his family and friends must be in having to see it.

My sincerest sympathy for your loss of your great friend Michael. I don't care about all the accusations flying around right now about Micheal, I just know I loved his work and sensed that he was a very special human being. My daughter, who is Paris' age, says "she would love to be her friend". I wish there were a way that people who truly care could just support each other, and to hell with the media and those who love to rip each other to pieces. Our love to you, from the Holcombe family. Praying that you are comforted and stay strong always. CarolAnn in North Carolina

I call that lifetime codependence Ayna...

Couldn't this guy have helped out when MJ was high with his kids every day?

Shelia, I agree with you. I don't much care for JJ. But, the media is eating him alive and making him out to be a monster. This is really a private matter. MJ even apologized when he admitted to the abuse on Oprah. Nancy Grace, just ate MJs cousin alive tonight about the abuse. I don't know why Nancy is so involved. She was one of MJs ardent critics and said the night he died he was a pedafile. She is so hypocritical.

Thanks so much Miko, for sharing your memories. What I truly admire of Miko is, that he stands by his friend and inspite of being asked about his addiction, Miko is silent. Michael is no more, so I do feel that Deepak and a few others should not be saying anything about his addiction. Esp. if they were his friends. Good job, Miko. I wish Michael requested you to take care of his children. Frankly, I do not want Joe Jackson to be a part of their lives and wish that Michael expressed the same in his will.

The Jacksons really were very handsom guys!!! They put all the rest to shame... they make the beatles look like fish chum...

I would trade all of them..... Mick Jagger, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Elton, Madonna, and all the thrash punk metal bands for Michael back

Gone to soon...... its the saddest loss of all time. Its the saddest thing ever..

God bless Michaels heart!! We know Michael went straight to heaven no question about it... he sure was a little cutie pie..... Im going to miss him ... I can't imagine how his Dad must feel.... but I pray that god gives him and his kids... the strenght to keep up the work that they have ahead of them.. it will take alot of work to keep the Legend of Michael Jackson alive.

Mikko I wish you would get neverland.

I want to hear as much as possible about MJ. Keep it coming.

Regarding Miko: I think all 3 kids look like him. I also don't think he was such a great friend to MJ. He down plays the drug use..and he was a paid employee.

I'm really tired of seeing the Pepsi commercial. Its not necessary to see it 3 or 4 times back to back. I do wish that Michael would have been more public about his conditions (lupus, vitiligo, permanent hair loss). Being more public would have stopped a lot of jokes and ridicule about his appearance. I mean people often said he didn't want to be black. We now know after his death, that this is ridiculous. R.I.P Michael.

You did what we all should be capable of. You my friend are a true humjan being in it's purest essence. Thank you for being you! JD

@Gaby

I totally agree. I was just telling my husband last night that the public is so upset about this death that they want someone to pay for it. We're not stupid, we realize that ultimately MJ was responsible for what he allowed to go inside his body; but he had people around him that he should have been able to trust. People that should have said "NO, you can't have that I don't care if you get mad at me." People that should have put those kids before their relationship with Michael. Love should have had CPS remove those kids to wake Michael up to his problem and get him help. But as much as we know he as responsible we also know he couldn't of gotten those drugs without the help of doctors. And it's that doctor or doctors that we want to see pay for this. I think the public demands someone be arrested and sentenced for MJ's death.

On another note: or perhaps the same one... I've been listening to a lot of his songs lately. Have you guys really listened to the lyrics? He's been begging for help for a long time. Many of the songs are about loneliness and needing comfort and love.

Sad how we can always look back and see just where it all went wrong isn't it? Why can't we realize that when those we love are alive? And why didn't we love Michael like this while he was still here, maybe he still would be.

I will always believe MJ never hurt any children, he loved his kids so much and people did not give him a chance to prove to the world he did not do this. It broke his heart for people to think that about him. Yes, he was different sometimes but he was special. He loved life and people, he trusted us. His mother tried to tell him to be careful about trusting so much. I believe he loved the world and all that was in it. And we will never forget him. but I think Larry should bring thoes people who claimed this about him on TV where we can all see them as they are [ greedy] I hope they are happy now for treating him that way. Some day they will have to answer to God for that. Rest in Peace MJ

I just want to say something about the two people who interviewed Joe Jackson. Joe Jackson is a foney as far as I am concerned. Any father who is more interested in promoting their record company on the eve of his son's death, tells me exactly what kind of father this man was and is.
As Michael said on Oprah; "I was his golden child". Michael was the golden child for the entire family! Joe Jackson worked three jobs to support nine children and at the same time he was trying to start his own band.

When he found that his children were interested in doing the same thing, he decided that he would make them do it at a young age. Michael fought him more than the others did and as a result, ended up getting hit and beat more.

I watched the NBC interview with Joe Jackson and he made a remark" Katherine beat them more than I did" I don't think so.
He is not a misunderstood man at all. He does things at other people's expense and always seems to come out smelling like a rose!

I can certainly understand how Michael must have felt. I went through the same kinda of childhood. Except I did not become a star.

Corky karen Goldberg-Schmautz

—Dreama
I relate to what youre saying. I've been taking the time to listen to his songs more closely now then ever before & it's really all right there, before a song is a song it is usually a poem first or what a person is thinking & feeling.

Janet Palmer, I believe that MJ was honest in the Oprah interview. He even said that he did not want to discuss his medical history. He told people he had vitilago. REally, that was a private matter. He was a private person. THe media had no right to treat him that way. It was not just that, it was his entire life. It was awful for people to say he did not want to be black. But they should have just listened to the Oprah interview. I remember 16 years ago talking to someone about the vitaligo Even in death, Quincy Jones questioned whether or not he wanted to be black. . The media treated him wrong. And are continuing to do so when airing the Pepsi Commercial and constantly talking about the paternity of the kids. Let it go.

Miko, I bet you were a wonderful friend to Michael but can't help thinking that you were one of the "yes men" in his life. Must have been terribly hard to say no to Michael Jackson. I cannot understand how you did not see him loaded at times if you were as close to him as you say. Sorry for the loss of your best friend.

Nice to see the clip of the John Kennedy, Jr. interview.

Thank you Larry. See you tomorrow night.

Dreama, I agree about the music lyrics. He was very lonely.

Miko, Thanks for being a voice of reason in all the media coverage of Michael Jackson. You were a true friend. I wish to remember him as a great entertainer. Now I will also know he was a wonderful friend, father,etc. because you described him so.

God bless you miko....now thats what you call a true, loyal friend...not like any other so called long time friends of michael who claims stupid things about him.....im missing michael sooooo much..

@Janet Palmer

I have been thinking a lot of some of the things he kept private as well as some of the recent things that are surfacing -from (not) repuatble sources, like that Ian *whatever* saying he was gay. It got me to thinking... would we, as a society/his fans, have accepted Michael or looked at him the same if he had flaws like that? Honestly.. think about it.

When he 'reportedly' bought the Elephant Man's bones, every called him a freak. When he had animals and a playgound to live his own childhood, because he couldn't go to Disneyland and be himself, because he'd be mobbed, we called him strange. What would we have done had he been gay, and he came out?

The man only wanted to be the soft gentle soul he was and we didn't allow him that.

Who really knows.. but one thing I know our world has lost a true loving soul and one that will never again be duplicated. He is and will be missed terribly for generations. RIP sweet Michael.

Sure enough you can see Miko is the first one there...
wow...
Even the Untouchables seem to have friends...
I know my best friends would do the same
Miko rawks!

OMG! All of these peopl saying what a good friend Miko is for not divulging private info. I think it is clear that he just doesn't want to implicate himself. What is he going to say ... "yes, I saw MJ do drugs, I got him drugs". If he told the truth, he would be truly hated. But like I said before, time will tell .... investigations will prove he was one of the bad guys and not a friend of MJ's at all.

Good people do what you did Miko.

Thank you Mikko for sharing your stories with us all. I adored MJ, being
the same age I feel as if we were always in the same stage of life. I understood him as he would have understood me had he known me.
About 25 years ago I would have loved to dance with MJ in one of his mini
movies. And now 25 years later I was looking forward to dancing with him at one of his shows. Now I dance and sing to him in my living room and I know he's watching. Michael we will never forget you. Thank you
for all the wonderful music you left us. Thank you for being you.
It's still all sur-real..... Never can Say Goodbye!

The sad thing about MJ, he did tell us the truth about his conditions... and no one believed him.

Side note: Dang I forgot how hawtttt JFK Jr was. Another tragic loss.

might of missed something from this video.
Michael’s hair was on fire for ten seconds and from what I saw Michael must of smelled smoke for he started to remove his jacket.
It looked like Michael’s quick thinking to shake his head around and not Mikko shaking MJ’s head around that put out the fire in the hair and only after that did Mikko and others run out to him.
Granted without the audio it is hard to say if anyone ,
maybe Mikko yelled out to him to advise him of the fire and thus then had a hand in warning MJ of what was happening
but otherwise with all do respect to Mikko how did he save his life if Michael ordeal seemed to of been over before Mikko and the others got to him.
Mind you I really want to try to be objective towards Mikko so I will have to see the video again because this is the first time that I hear that Mikko “saved” his life for I really did not see that.

With all do respect to Mikko, it has been widely reported, if you were not enabling Michael's drug use then you were cut out. Someone as "close" to Michael all these years claims he did't see the drug use...I believe Mikko has two blind eyes and was pivotal in getting Michael REAL medical treatment by honorable physicains in a hospital. How long Mikko do you get paid a salary now that Michael is dead.

i am agree, I've been listening all MJ's songs nonstop last three weeks, that's the best way to remember him...

No – we should not give Joe Jackson a break. He's a child abuser – and it stays with a person for life. And it wasn't just his father – he had Lupus, he had the other skin condition, he had the burn – pain is associated with all of this – and if you were famous, and people lied, and said you were a petifile – you don't get over something like that – everyone believes he's a petifile whether he is or isn't – but we don't even know the people who are now saying they DID lie – oh, sure – tell us about it now – after he's dead. Thanks for that!! Hope you enjoy the rest of your life – sleep well – because Michael never did, and oh, by the way – that kind of insomnia can kill you – all on it's own. Sleep well, doctors – sleep well 2 families that pressured your kids to lie to make a buck – hope you are happy now. Oh, and thanks for the report the other day – that none of the jurers (yes, that's correct – NONE) of them believed any of the story the boy told. No jurer said guilty to any charges. Oh, and if you bring like 60 cars to raid a house, go through everything, seize computers and can't find 1 piece of evidence to support your claims – and convict someone – I think they are innocent. Nobody focuses on that.

Michael – I'm glad you are at peace, but we will all miss you.
Thank you for the music, and the joy it brought, and still brings.
My 3 year old is singing Thriller – and can't get enough of you – that says it all.

There's also a phone interview with a Fire Dept employee who was on the scene, and can be seen in the Pepsi film (he's in a black wool coat). The Fire offical said he grabbed MJ around the waist as he came down the stairs and threw him to the floor, and he's one of the guys who's carrying him off.

(can be heard at TMZ) I'm not huge for gossip mags but have been checking there for some information and then sourcing it with reputable sites for confirmation.

Yazmeen

exactly my point...we don't know if Michael was lying or telling the whole truth..none of us were there....and we will never know....Michael yes i adore him dearly...

when you get to a certain point of being a "STAR"...it's hard to know who your friends are..just like Elvis...but Michael knew you were his friend....God Bless you...

Why are some of you giving Joe credit for MJ's incredible talent? MJ was born with this gift. Yes, Joe pushed him to rehearse, rehearse, rehearse, with a belt in his hand because he recognized Michael's 'gift' and he saw dollar signs. Any gifted child eventually grows up and recognizes this incredible talent within themselves and will want to improve on it as MJ did. Let's remember, Michael left his father out of the will; he did not name both of his parents as guardians of his children.......there was a reason for that. Emotional and physical abuse leaves deep scars which remain with you all of your life. Not everyone is affected in the same way though. My sister and I grew up in the same environment yet she was not affected as I was. The emotional and physical abuse by my father will remain with me always.

He was lucky to have a friend like you and you should be very proud of the way that you have handled your friends passing. Hopefully he will find the peace that he never received while walking this earth and making millions of people truly happy. He was a great talent and will truly be missed! RIP

**********MIKO*********
if ur reading this i also want to say thank you to u for sharing ur thoughts n friendship with Michael, with us.. it must be terribly difficult to see all the pics n like u said to hear his voice... and more so to hear what everyone says there that u must possibly not agree all on.... i know how i feel so how u n his other friends and family must feel is just unimaginable!! my heart goes out to u and all of them - those kids especially... burried my oldest son's dad when he was 5 so i know what this is like.... 3 weeks now n it still makes me sick to my stomache to know hes not here anymore.... i was excited to know new music would be coming out but now hearing him makes me cry all over again! GOD BLESS U!!! CHAR

Adrienne

Yes I noticed that about Nancy. All of a sudden she is Michael's best friend.

Miko is so cute and huggable like a teddy bear.

Unfortunately, MJ was the talented and tortured soul many of you speak of and identify with in his music...

Though I love his music, I would gladly exchange any additional track or cool upcoming concert for him just to still be with us...

And BE A FATHER for for his 3 kids...

Its a given that he was narcissistic (before you get offended look it up) and had an addictive personality...its the only way that you can ignore your kids and get high every day to numb the pain. I wish he cleaned up his act and just drifted out of public life forever, you are never that trapped. You and I would miss him a lot, but his kids miss him much more now...

Alas, he had personal issues and an unrealistic tendency to continue to seek the affection of others at an age (50 – golden year # 1) when most are happy for every day with your kids rather than seeking further/supported fame. How else can you explain people constantly describing you as "loving your fans" most? You must live in a world that revolves around yourself and not your children = that's not parenting.

that's a real friend in you miko ,not afraid to give yourself when your fiend is in danger i pray to God that there will be alot of like you in this world and it would be a better place to live in just like the lines in MJ's song Heal the World. The world is missing MJ he is God's arms now and hope he rest in peace..

People like Michael who become performers, and reach great heights of fame and fortune take us with them as we live through them, as we delight in their gifts and share in their public performances. The gift of Michael is to see that I and we all have great gifts to share, and defects of character which must be overcome. I most off all hope to leave the world a better place for having been here, and I think Micheal did this. I only hope that I will have as good a friend as Michael had in Miko to share in the gift of my life. What a great friend, and a class act he has been. Miko, God grant you eventual peace and acceptance at this difficult time in your life.

Come on! Stop insulting Miko by saying he is a liar or stupid… he is just being careful. There’s an investigation going on… he doesn’t want people to make speculations. And he wants to stay faithful to his friend… No fan knows want Michael really lived in his private life, no one has the right to say he was telling lies about his childhood. And regarding Joe, no one his the same in front of a camera and then outside the camera… so I don’t believe that we will know Joe better with that show about him. Of course the idea of the show is to make him look good that's why they're making it...so they will ACT so it looks good…

Thanks Miko for sharing your memories with us…

—Adrienne
Thanks for letting me know Nancy Grace said that. What a hypocrite, I don't even want to watch her dumb show now. How rude!
~Innocent Until Proven Guilty~
people should remember that. I usually hate the news because they are mostly filtered & are only allowed to say certain things because of the government..

Miko Brando is trying to take credit for SAVING Michael Jackson's life. On viewing the tape several times, it appeared to me as though several people came to Michael's aid and not just Miko. He, no doubt, knowing Michael's generosity, got a good salary over the number of years that he remained in MJ's employ (God only knows, doing what), and I remember his saying on his first appearance on Larry King Live after Michael's death when he was asked, "What are you doing now?", he replied, "Working for the Jackson family!" Ten guesses why he is still hanging around, and the first 9 don"t count!

Miko is doing what a true friend does in not telling the world about Michael's private life like some other people been doing. He doesnt care about this speculation talk and what the media thinks. His friend his gone and thats all he is caring about.

Hello people, Miko is a liar and is hiding alot of things. He is not being truthful. He just wants to be on TV and wants publicity. he knows what actually happened. Unless he wants us all to believe that he was MJ's best friend , when in fact he never was. Just because he was the godfather to his kid , doesn't mean they were close. And if he doesn't want to answer to Larry , why be on the show?

joeyjimbob
"people constantly describing you as “loving your fans” most?"

Hummm.... People say, people say... Yes but the man himself, I'm talking about Michael, he said the most important thing for him was his children...
So what people say doesn't mean it's what the man think.....

Janet Samuels

It is "A horse with no name"
It was said that Michael asked them copyrights and they agreed.

Miko, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. I hope you are doing ok. I'm sure you will be missing your friend very much. You and Michael were lucky to have each other. Thank you for being one of the very few people to respect his privacy. You are under no obligation to answer Larry's questions.

I feel horrified while watching that video. I don't understand why the camera man didn't stop and help?! You'd think he would drop the camera and go help him instead of continuing to film. Maybe he was too far away. It just bothers me that nobody seemed to notice what was happening. I know that Miko didn't see it at first and went running to Michael immediately after he saw what was happening so I'm not blaming him. I'm sure Michael was extremely grateful to Miko.

Can CNN and the other networks please stop playing the tape now?

The REPORTS are saying that Michael became depressed and humiliated after the molestation charges.

I know no one can be surprised by this. Its what I have been saying. He was accused of these vicious accusations that was false and ridiculed for it. I hope those people clear his name.

Thanks Luda, point taken...but you can't deny that actions do speak louder than words...he sought continued fame from others and made decisions and sacrifices based upon that being his primary and continuing life goal.

People who pound the level of drugs into their body that MJ did are not responsible, balanced parents...I'm sorry...I really loved the guy too...but I'm just being brutally honest (and undoubtably unpopular).

But I've seen 1000x the number of pics of his kids in the last week (a curse of too much media attention and gossip) and feel much worse for them than you or anyone here...and those were his decisions that resulted in their loss (barring any conspiracy theories)...his decisions were motivated by something other than their love, no?

I agree with Ann The things they are saying about MJ are devastating, It would be soo releiving too see that.

The couple on the show tonight that filmed the Jackson family for 40 hours are living in a make-believe world. They actually had the audacity to go on Larry King Live and talk about how nice Joe is, and how Katharine and Joe are a nice couple and everything is so wonderful. Do they honestly think that they would conduct themselves in any other way for the CAMERA??? That would be like airing your dirty laundry. Of course Joe is going to be on his best behaviour and come across as the perfect dad and the perfect husband and the perfect grandfather.

Facts: Katharine and Joe live apart! There is a reason for that. Michael goes on national televison and talks about his father to Oprah Winfrey, answering her questions about his father and how he beat him when he was a child, and you can tell how sensitive Michael is just by listening to him.

I know no other person's life sadder than Michael Jackson's. Unfortunately, death has given him the only peace he has ever known.

miko stay strong!

Isaiah 54:17 (New International Version)

17 no weapon forged against you will prevail,
and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.
This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD,
and this is their vindication from me,"
declares the LORD.

Brenda

Not all married people live together. That doesnt mean there isnt anything wrong with that. Joe wanted to move from California, and Katherine didnt. Sometimes you have to make decisions that are best for you.

joeyjimbob

You're not wrong, but the truth is that we just don't know what really was going on in his life... if we knew may be we would understand... and we probably will never know the truth...
We can't trust newspapers for truth ...

RIP Michael

Amanda, Jacquelyn– There are many people now who are all of a sudden MJs "friends" but who were very mean over the years calling him "Wacko Jacko" and accused him of child molestation. Look at the many "friends" giving interviews in the magazines. It is really sad. I don't think he had a real friend, except for Miko. He always seemed so lonely.

Miko is a true friend
you can tell he really loved Michael

Hey Miko, you were such a great friend of Micheal, why didnt you do something about his addiction? You had to have known....

i am 20 years old, an aspiring journalist and IT BREAKS MY HEART to see "creditable journalists" spreading lies about michael. journalism needs to take a stand and not report on things that is just a guessing game. report the facts. don't worry guys. i am going to change the journalism industry for us all!!!!!

—Adrienne
Exactly. I feel so bad. The world is an ugly place..

—Ellen Larson
You tell 'em girl!

Does it bother anyone else at the fact that what Miko supposedly said about the Pepsi incident isn't in quotes? I think it should've been in quotes so that we know Miko actually said what was in this blog.. "Learning How To Blog For Dummies" Lol.

What I find interesting is that La Toya said in her Daily Mail article: ‘His kids made him so happy but he didn’t have any real friends. His problem was he didn’t trust people. In the end, he died a lonely man surrounded by this shadowy entourage.’

What's Miko's relationship with Michael's family? Is he considered part of the "shadowy entourage" that enabled him?

Was Miko ever involved in trying to have an intervention for Michael? I understand his need to downplay Michael's drug abuse when being interviewed by LK to protect his friend, but it makes one wonder what Miko's role in all this is????

Miko Brando: You have been on Larry King so many times recently and have never gossiped. You might know more then you are saying about Michael Jackson but you are not telling, this is the sign of a true friend, someone with trust and respect.

nacey makes my skin crawl...lol

Miko has been there through it all.. they've been friends for over 25 years! Michael was his best man. Michael was a smart man.. i think he can tell who is a good friend.. and Miko is that. His "shadowy entourage" are probably composed of people that have only been around him for a few years.. maybe even people that Michael was ashamed of. Think about it. But anyways, I wouldn't take anything La Toya says seriously. The interview was with A TABLOID and she probably got THE BIG BUCKS. She probably needs it though. She failed at her music career. Also, if you look at history she had a rocky past with Michael. I bet Michael is not happy with her right now... but he forgives her because she is family.

We can't give up hope. Think about what a great person Michael was.

Thank you Amanda. I love you for giving me hope.

Scot

people with addictions the last person they let known about it is their family and best friend

Too bad Barry Gordy wasn't Michael's dad, he probably would have turned out a much happier soul...

Thanks Luda,

I'm with you, what I am writing is just dealing with his death in my way I guess and looking for those answers too. Mad, sad, just tough still. RIP MJ

Talking of journalists: what do you think of the ones who were commenting the Memorial and speaking with such emotion as if they were burying their own brother , and who 2 hours later on another TV show were crucifying Michael Jackson?

Miko,

First, i want to send my condolences to you family for such a big loss. Thank you for speaking up for Michael!! I'm sure he is smiling from heaven.

Jacquelyn July 16th, 2009 10:47 pm ET

exactly...
my aunt and uncle lived in seperate houses for 20 years...yes 20 years then they got married in their 60's ..after work he go to aunts for dinner visit then go home monday to friday...friday-sunday he stayed all weekend and they go to dance clubs,drinks with friends etc....this is what worked for them

Thank You Miko. Thank You for sharing your story. Thank You for being the one person who shares the GOOD stuff...and refuses to comment on the negative. One true friend.

I WISH...instead of asking you to comment about all the negative stuff...that SOMEONE (Larry!? That's your cue!) would ask you the stuff I'd rather hear about you & Michael! Like...do you remember a time he just cracked up over something he found funny and laughed uncontrollably? If so...what cracked him up? Did he ever crack YOU up that way? Did he ever just pig out on donuts or anything silly like that? Instead of all this media DRAMA...can't we just hear of some good fun times...and get a glimpse of who he was ...when he wasn't on stage dazzling the world?
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re: Joe's "discipline" it's one thing to spank your kids... heck I got the belt too. But I was bad when it happened. It's quite another to "punish" them for missing a dance step. Isn't that what Michael said he did?

How can one event seem so tragic, yet so remarkable at the same time? Miko, your heart is a Gift from God, and you were there for a purpose at that time, in order to save such a beautiful life the world now loves even more, yet misses so dearly. It was through amity, that your act was very momentous – representing heroism and benevolence. We thank you so much, from the bottom of our hearts, for all you did. Such an act of goodwill has not gone unnoticed. You carried a determined heart. Your small gesture turned to be a big blessing for Michael.

—Ellen Larson
You're very welcome.

I've wondered about all those reports about MJ's drug use, too. They seem wildly exaggerated. I don't believe he was as addicted as we are being led to believe. And while $100,000 for prescriptions may have been charged to MJ, I don't think he took them. People stole from him all the time. There are those with a vested interest in promulgating the idea that Michael Jackson was an out-of-control drug addict. Follow the money.

BTW, Prince Michael II – aka Blanket – bears an overwhelming resemblance to Michael Jackson at the same age. And if MJ didn't want to pass on his skin disease to his children, he failed: Prince Michael I has vitiligo. It's very evident on his hand.

I LOVE YOU MICHAEL JACKSON...ANITA
REST IN PEACE

interesting my blog got removed over on anderson's when i asked them to show some respect for the jackson family and stop showing that video.....lol

—Aline
Yes that is messed up. Shame on them.

larry. thank you for being openminded enough to give joe jackson a voice. there has been way too much narrowminded negative judgement on him as a father . i don,t believe anybody has the right to judge anybody particularily if they don,t know them personally and even when we think we know somebody well enough to make a judgement we are not always correct. michael jackson had it in his heart ten years ago to forgive him we should respect michael jackson,s spirit and follow his example. godbless you larry!!!

Since childhood I have been aware of the 'gift' of heightened 6th sense. The day he died I had a vivid vision that he indeed was murdered.

I know a good friend of Elvis. Elvis's addictions were more horrible than reported and anyone who made attempt to help was out of his circle.

—Dreama
Yes. M.J said he'd be hit if he missed a dance step, his brothers as well. For the diehard fans of M.J I really think you'll love the Jacksons movie, it explains what really happened in their family. Although I will admit that some parts might be a lil exaggerated, it still is based on their life including their triumphs & struggles. For those who missed my post the movie is called: The Jacksons: An American Dream

Let us not 'lay' blame for lack of intervention. The larger the personality, the more difficut it is to intervene

Yes, Amanda...I saw that Jacksons movie. Joe reminded me of my own father...had to run the barrel race the fastest....or practice after losing 1st. place ..till my legs would bleed....being 'whipped' and shoved and belittled...Some of those abusive fathers of the 50's and 60's didnt consider it abuse, i dont think....My father still denies abusing me and I am 54 yrs old...

yes thank you larry for allowing all opinions!!!

I have left my opinions on andersons blog before and they werent allowed on there or something!

Yeah and in the movie it shows that Michael loved animals even way back then as he had a pet rat and named him Ben (Joe killed it) and released a song about the rat. So he wasn't weird when he bought Bubbles and all the other animals he just loved animals because they loved him back and didn't gossip or judge him

All we know FOR SURE is that Mike is an Angel, follow his 'light', like a beacon...and love

DEFINETLY seems an exaggeration of sorts....I have known people addicted and NEVER known any of them to take 20 or 40 Zanex a day....has anyone ever even taken one??? They LAY you down!!

miko brando sure reminds me of marlon brando, not in his looks particularily, it has to do with the way he speaks voice tone alot of mannerisms are like marlon,s. miko seems to be taking michael jackson,s death easier with time, michael may be physically gone miko but he is not spiritually gone.

You know, I watched this video and the camera man is just standing there while Jackson's hair catches on fire. I don't see him throwing down the camera and jumping to Micheal's rescue. I mean this guy was standing right behind him. I just think that it was so strange. Micheal you were definitely a survivor!

If I had Mike's money, I would have had a place just like Neverland..
I find nothing at all starnge about him at all!!! All he can be accused of really is being too full of love!!

thanks so much for saving our Michael. You're an angel from heaven, sent by God to save him. Just like us his fans, we feel your pain about his sudden death.

Again thanks to you and may God Bless you and your family

agnes abarquez, manila philippines

Where was Miko and all of MJ's good friends the past 25 years of drug addiction? I just don't get it. I never will.

—lynn moffett
I'm sorry to hear you had to endure that. I'm only 18 yrs young, soon to be 19 & I don't know what it is but I don't believe children should be hit at all. Parents and children have very different views when it comes to that subject. My parents tell me how they were hit back then for literally the dumbest things but I also know that they were hit for swearing & stuff but I feel that if parents are too strict the child may become rebellious or have resentment toward the parents. There are ways of punishing a child without hitting them or physically hurting them. Mental & Emotional abuse is a lot more common nowadays though.. that can damage a person just as much as physical abuse.

Hey Mike
You were such a good friend, just wondering if you ever tried to encourage MJ to get help for his drug addiction? That would have been an extremely great friend! I've heard you on LK and you act as if you just didnt know.........interesting.

Thanks Amanda,
Please try to lead your generation in 'the ways of love'....I so wish that all the tv and media of all kind .........would take ONE day...just one....to speak of Mike's sweet, loving nature...his generosity......I am quite sure that they could find people to interview with fond memories of times spent

A few thoughts:

The video of the fire incident:

I found it shocking and horrifying. I had NO idea MJ had been so badly burned – it wasn't portrayed that way in the press, as I recall. I think it explains a lot of MJ's private demons and I'm glad I saw it – once. Enough is enough. Now it is pure sensationalism.

Miko Brando:

Something not right here. I don't like to judge those I don't know, but something tells me if the truth ever comes out, the word "enabler" will be attached to Miko. How could a true friend who supposedly spent so much time with MJ not see what numerous others did? It doesn't ring true. I agree with several other posters who pointed out that when the subject of drugs comes up, Miko appears to get nervous. I suspect, as with so many others, that the biggest motivation for Miko was money and association with fame. Lisa Marie mentioned "vampires and leeches". HMMMMMMM.

Saving MJ's life? Didn't look that way in the video. A bit of puffery on Miko's part?

Molestation charges:

Instead of continually showing the video, Larry – how about doing a real service to Michael and his family and particularly his children? How about spending some time getting the word out that the molestation charges were a sham? I saw only a brief mention on my browser homepage that at least one of MJ's accusers has now admitted it was a ploy to get money. Why aren't we hearing more on THAT story?

AEG:

Yes, they are in business to make money. But I agree with others – they need to act responsibly and make sure some of that money gets to the charities that MJ supported. They could – and should – make sure that his legacy is worth something more than a bank account for them.

Neverland Ranch:

It is my understanding MJ grew to hate it – because of the child molestation garbage. I doubt he would want to be buried there or have it as a memorial to him. But why not do what he wanted for it? Why not make it a retreat for sick and dying children – or a drug rehab center? Again – let his legacy mean something that he would have wanted.

Michael's children:

He made it clear in his will what he wanted – and didn't want – for them. Joe Jackson should not be allowed anywhere near those children. As to the innuendos about who their father really was. Does it matter? Michael loved them, adored them and was a good father to them – and that IS the definition of a father.. Nothing else matters. Leave his children alone to work through their grief and heal from the loss of their father.

My sense of MJ is that he was a briliant, gifted performer, dedicated to his work and to his art, a gentle soul who loved the world around him and cared deeply about the suffering of others – but plagued by demons most of us will never know. I think the continual hounding by the press pushed him further over the edge. I don't think he knew a moments peace or had anyone in his life who loved him for the person he was and not the persona he was perceived to be or for his money and fame. I believe it when it is said he was extremely lonely.

Michael has finally escaped his demons and is wrapped in the most perfect love there is. Rest in peace, Michael. You are missed .

—lynn
No problem.

—PJ
Amen. I think Lisa-Marie took advantage of him though.. I'm dreading the autopsy results, I think it will help everyone to put this behind us.

I didn't grow up with his music but there were songs I like & never knew he sang.. I still can't believe he is gone.. I wish someone could've taken his place so he could stay on this earth a little longer. I know that's mean but there are people who could care less about life but are still alive & M.J wasn't ready to die but he has.. It's always the people who are too young & who do good deeds that seem to leave us. I feel so hopeless.

Miko, I have been watching you on Larry King. You are truly a friend.

I would love to know how good friends could see how Michael was suffering from drug addiction and be inactive to help him or convince him to get treatment in rehab. That is what I would do for my friend to see him healthy and happy. That is what in needed most to be alive today for his children, mother and us- his fans, and himself, he was too young to die. He was hopeless and helpless, screw all those "friends" who used him for gain and those doctors and person who supply anesthetic drug to his home also for money I want to see in hell. Larry, please talk about this subject. Thank you

I videotaped the interview made right after Lisa Marie and Michael wed......they seemed really in love.I dont think that she took advantage
I think that she just ran scared when she found herself in her Mother's shoe........trying to intervene on behalf of someone who was unwilling...Debbie Rowe said that Mike was quite depressed after the divorce...Lisa was VERY matter of fact in the interview......nearly daring anyone to rumor that the marriage was for pr.....like they both already had enough pr,,,,,,and Lisa can be quite bold in her speaking...it was sweet, the way she loved him

—lynn
Well she shouldn't have given up after only 2 yrs & divorce him.

About Miko not being his friend just because he didn't say if M.J used drugs is dumb, Miko probably doesn't want the media saying more horrible things about M.J so that's possibly why he's staying quiet. Most of us will never really know who was actually there for M.J & who wasn't but from what I've seen I think Debbie Rowe is a greedy person & I think Lisa-Marie gave up too quick.. My statement still stands about how I never saw atleast 2 or 3 of M.J's "friends" with him at his court appearances when all the B.S of him being accused of molestation was going on.

there are alot of people who think miko should not be on your show because he is not answering your questions. i get the impression that he is a true friend to michael and that is why he is not answering alot of questions. he is the only person i have seen so far that hasn't slandered michael in any way. he deffends him when other people talk about michael. he probably does know alot more than he is saying cause he was around michael alot. i believe out of respect for michael and being a true friend to michael is the reason he is not talking much. i'm glad he did have someone like miko to turn to and depend on. thank you miko for being there and for being michael's friend. we miss michael deeply and will never forget him.

Miko lost his friend and also his job. What a double sadness it is!!

Agnes,
Im sure many new, if not watched....sometimes these superstars have so much power....to those around them that truly care.....they distance themselves
Read Lisa Presleys blog on MJ
A friend of mine was a friend and band member of elvis'. He loved him dearly, would die for him.........but no one could save him from himself
Elvis 'fired' his cousins...who had been at his side from the start ........for being insistant on intervention...
My friend told me that it was a horrible truth...Elvis, one of the most talented, most physically beautiful people in the world, was self-destructing...........and all they could do was interrupt and try to moderate his use
If you said a word about rehab........he dismissed you from his life.

I will never drink Pepsi again knowing that this Pepsi commercial lead to what MJ became afterwards. It only meant Pepsi did not ensure MJ's safety !

—lynn
Where can i see this Lisa-Marie blog?
Also, I believe if some people privately gathered an intervention then it would have helped Elvis. I really do. Maybe express their love for him, or could've wrote a letter to better express the way they were feeling.. I swear.. some people get too caught up in being famous.

I would like to hear more about the kind donations and good works that Michael Jackson did during his short lifetime! He was such a generous person and no one even mentions it. May he Rest In Peace! He truly deserves it.

God Bless you a million Miko! What a great friend you are. Michael was very blessed to have you in his life! Although Im terribly sad about his death, I felt it was a bit sad for US Weekly to post that video world wide. It was a very personal issue with michael and should of never been displayed. The Media is always willing to be in on anything.....

Hi larry! i enjoy watching your coverage on Michael jackson.
But i would really like for you to get some investegators on those two familes that were involved in 93' and 05' sexual abuse allegations. Im real curious to know how they reacted to news of michaels passing. I feel its time for the truth to be known about those families. MJ never abused a child, even with all eccentricites he didn;t have it in him. He was terrified and paranoid for most of his life. His life outside of music was about pain, pain and fixes. There was no healing. Its obvious that no amount of drugs, plastic surgery. could have ever fixed the pain inside.
As to how children grow up in abused homes. I can relate i lived in domestic violience, severe emotional abuse, and pyshcological abuse for 12 years of my life. And it really screwed me up. I drank alot and had horrible abusive relationships. YES some people adjust fine. but im 30 and just healing those emotional wounds now. After years of therapy! So i dont think we can say how people should adjust to abuse. it effects all people differently. Joe jackson only did what he knew, what he was taught from his father. Was it wrong YES! but im sure in his mind he was right. And he did teach michael everything about the bussines. Now i would never want him to be around my children. But he only did what he knew. And michael well he never felt safe or protected. His inner child just rebellled.
Anyways thanks larry for reporting on MJ. its strange to see so much coverage.. in a way i hope some people actaully start to see the truth of this noble, gentle spirit.
peace and love to all

—Andre
I wanna know about those families too. Supposedly the boy who accused him of molesting in '93 is now saying he lied because he was forced to by his parents.

Amanda......not sure exactly....maybe on her website....it was a very poignant letter actually...long...I saw it as soon as Mike died...said that she realized that she could not save him....he TOLD her that he would end up like her Dad.how do ya think that made her feel?

She is a VERY upfront kind of lady...she also apologized (to MJ) for any harsh things that she had thought or....said to him....said .....Thanks for listening........just wanted to get it off my chest to those who tryuly cared.........also try to find the interview with the two of them right after they married..........it's good

—lynn
I'm sure she felt like poop. Lol. But how come she was banned from his memorial? Atleast that's what I heard, same with Debbie Rowe.

Amanda,
That's what Im saying........the friend that told me of how many tried to help Elvis cried as he talked..a famous guy in his own right...if you tried.....you were out of his life...fired, dismissed, stopped at the gates..........ya know???

Famous people have so many leeches....as Lisa called those around MJ...they will forceably keep away those who truly care........in the name of a handsome paycheck......sad but true

—lynn
Even if he pushed Lisa-Marie away it would be up to his family to invite her but I heard they didn't want her there neither did they want Debbie Rowe. Why would his family not atleast let Lisa come? Doesn't make sense..

Dear Miko,
I am a professional social worker and I have made several comments on this blog the last week about things that I think were well thought out, professional and I tried hard to be thoughtful.

I worked with child abusers, pedophiles, drug abusers and although all of these individuals had serious problems, I could always find some good in all of them. That is not to say that they didn't have very serious issues, it was just that if you look down deep you can always find some good in people unless they are truly evil, sociopathic or psychopathic.

Having said that, I do not believe that Michael was a pedophile or a junkie. I think his father abused him based on the way he was raised, his parenting philosophy, shared by men in that ERA and particularly black families where sparing the rod was generally seen as a given that the child would be spoiled. I do not condone what Joe Jackson did but I understand the philosophy that he believes in.

Michael Jackson had a wonderful personality that can be seen from an early age. He was gentle, kind and loving.
I can see that he was haunted and that is really a tragedy. I thing the bottom line is that you see Michael Jackson's soul and you are accurate in how you wish him to be portrayed. He seemed like a wonderful father, a very generous man, talented, genius, kind and multi-faceted. Many people as intelligent and talented as Michael Jackson are struggling.

It is hard to be so unique in a mediocre world. This tragedy brought out mediocrity in droves. Michael Jackson had so much piled on top of him from age 5 on and he was fragile. Your motives have been questioned as his friend. You have been accused of being a "hanger oner, the father of Blanket, the person who got Michael Jackson his drugs, a liar, an idiot, stupid, a yes man" and many other things that people ascribe to you.

I believe that Michael Jackson was a master at compartmentalizing his life and I believe that you are none of the things you have been accused of being. I can see the pain in your eyes when you talk about your friend. I can see how much you love and respected Michael Jackson. Your wife was interviewed with you at Neverland and she was equally emotional. It was not an act.

I believe Michael Jackson made certain that you were left out of the "dark side" of his life because you loved and accepted him unconditonally. He would have done anything to spare you from his misery and his failures because you meant too much to him and you never faltered in your love and acceptance of him.

You should not be called the things that people call you. I am sorry.

I just wonder what it must be like for you and think it must be so sad and lonely losing your friend and to add to that, you have the media grilling you for information about him. I have seen you over and over again say that you were not aware of this or that. I really believe you and I am sorry you have been accused of all the things people say about you. I offer you a sounding board because I just shudder to think how alone you must feel in spite of all that surrounds you. It is just like Michael Jackson............so sad and alone surrounded by millions. I am sorry for your loss Miko. You appear to be a stand up guy in a LOT of pain. Please contact me if you wish. I am not a celebrity, I am just a person who would listen to you without using you for fame and exposure. There are folks out here in the world who are good, sincere and giving people and we are not interested in exploiting people. Actually, I think that celebrities need behind the scenes friends who are NOT known by society so that they can be supported without the idea in their head............."Does this person like me for me, or for my fame and money?" It is a shame.
I have been ending my e-mails with the words of Michael Jackson. To you Miko I think you are trying to............"Heal the world, make it a better place."

Amanda,
I dont believe that she was banned......maybe so....she is one who TRULY does not like bs...and hype...
She most likely stayed away out of respect.....she, like Mike does many charities..maybe she was not in town....I choose to believe that she did not want publicity or hype about her..

I dont know, but if I had your address, I would make a tape of their interview together......you need to try to find it.......I do believe that she loved him immensely.....give her a break...she lost her father to drugs...I can understand her leaving if he refuse help

I love him very much...loved the way he gave and loved and brought the world together...but to go thru the things that I heard about elvis........TWICE......if you were Lisa....I dont know..I may be wrong...but she was very blatant....daring anyone to say that she didnt love him.........they looked and acted so happy....

To lynn moffet-
thank you for well thought comments on this blog. I can always recgonize a true spiritual warrior. Although i have grown up with michaels music i never followed media reports about him. I dont buy the silly magazines because i belive it harms people. Michael was just a human being like all of us are. he wanted the same things we do.... to have a sucessful, beautiful, happy life. I prefer to think about the commonalities in humans rather than our differences. Im especially touched by his childhood. only because i can relate, having experienced much of the same thing. If we truely want michaels legacy to live on then we will take his messages of change, brotherhood, and love and try to live our lives in that way. Thats how we honor such a noble soul who had such a huge task here on earth. I ahve no doubt that he is resting somewhere in the universe. Hes prolly planning his next dance moves, or writing his next song. Just because he is not on this earth, does not meant he does not exist. His spirit will always be here. And i send lots of love to those who are feeling hopeless or sad in this moment. Especially his family, and children. But i know he will take good care of them from the otherside.

Beautiful Carol,

I bet your clients love you!!! You surely are a credit to the human race.....I think back to my recent years as a nanny/tutor...10 boys would be at the home of the wealthy people taht had too little time for their children....I was FUN!
I recall the boys wanting to skinny dip in the pool...they had fun....and it was healthy.......I wonder if any pessimistic adults had stopped by....would they have frowned on it....or worse

May we all remain CHILDLIKE>....in our hopefully longs lives....as a tribute to wee Mike!!

—Carol
That was beautiful. A good friend who stays true to their word is sometimes all we need aside any fortune or fame.

Thank you ANDRE!!!

Your mail sent shivers all over me........We are birds of a feather...brothers in arms......defending one so like us in spirit....one who saw the good....tried with all his might to make the world a better place.......and suffered so much for it
What a compliment your mail was to me
I lost a job that was more than a job to me...a year ago...I have walked thru the woods on my farm........sitting...watching the hawks fly...waiting for a vision...praying for healing for my wounded heart
Your mail touched me deep in my most tender of hearts and I so appreciate it
I can relate also to Mike's childhood...no star of stage and screen..............but at the rodeo....nothing was ever good enough...

THANK YOU my in touch friend and may the world be forever kind to you

Sincerely,
Lynn Moffett

—lynn
I will try to find it. Thank you. Maybe Lisa-Marie did sta away for hype reasons but I know what it's like to be around an addict.

—Andre
Thank you for those kind words. Btw, the only magazines I bought were the special tribute ones & commemerative edition ones bt I havent read them yet.

We do need to have a heart & be a good friend when others try to come to us for help.

Goodnight to all who read these blogs. Let's help make a change.

Well said Amanda........you are very wise for one so young

Goodnight and God Bless Amanda .......wise by grace

Are you gone Andre?

lynn-
no need to thank me, although i do apprecitate it. I am just hoping to bring some light into peoples lives. I too have been through some very profound and difficult moments. I belive michael said in the song.. will you be there... "walk when we are not able" never stop fighting. I ahve a good feeling that you will land exactly where your suppose to.
WE HUMAN BEINGS ARE ARE TRUELY the SAME. I am so deeply sadaned to lose such a beautiful soul from earth. And i feel the pain of all the people who are mourning. I pray that they find peace withen themselves. But like i said he is here and he is there (on the otherside) never too far away from us. We can connect to him just simply by listening to his music. And honoring his legacy as a human being. BTW- I am and artist and he is a true inspiration to me. I want to use my creative skills the bring awareness into the world about injustices happaning. TRUE knowledge is power.

Amanda- i have a confession. i too bought one tribute magazine.

peace and love angels

I would love to meet you in person
Lately I lose my way a bit...forget to just 'be still', ya know?
I ma pretty sure it is a character flaw for those of us with wounded souls as children
I know also that what you said it true...........an oft resounding word from my grandmother...there is a plan.......no matter how difficult it sometimes is to see
Upon the death of the love of my life (at 24yrs) I heard a voice say.........you will always be led by a light like a beacon.....words spoken to me again 22 yrs later by a spiritual advisor friend...
and here..........via sweet Michael Jackson........from precious Andre
Your name is written in the stars my deep feeling brother...
I SO NEEDE to hear you!!!
Many thanks

Miko, You seem to be one of the few people who has been in Michael's life from beginning to end. Shame he didnt have more people like that in his life who he could trust. I still don't believe we need to actually see this footage, as has been the case on the news and 'entertainment' cycles in recent days. The sight of a man's flesh burning is not necessary, and I feel that Michael's dignity in death, as in life, is not being spared. I dont think Michael Jackson's death has still sunk in for many people, and its difficult to keep hearing stories and reading things about him constantly when the man himself is not here to confirm or defend himself. I feel the time is coming soon to please let him rest in peace at last, away from the pain and ragedy that was his life, and for the sake of his 3 beautiful children, who clearly loved their father very much.

ANDRE.........sorry....forgot to address last mail I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to see your work.....an artist.........did you mean that you paint???

Dear Mico-thank you for all of your caring comments toward Michael Jackson. I grew up loving him and his music and have fond memories from being a teenager. I pray for his soul, his family and children-and you as a true friend. I wish i could have met him, not so i could see a superstar-but to hang out and talk and participate in some silly antics-just visit giggle with him. he was a good man-kind and caring-and in some ways i saw sadness in him so i hoped share some comic relief- May peace come to you soon-thanks for letting me share

hurrah!i love you miko!,why it is only now we know your heroism?sad to say i've should thank you long time ago,but just the same THANKS A LOT MAN,your a great friend indeed!maybe people like you are rare this time.MICHAEL was so lucky to have a friend like you.you see TRUE friends knows no colour nor race,for GOD created us all equal......may GOD bless you always

wow, Miko really was a true and close friend. Ever since the coverage and his appearances on LKL, i've noticed him in the Thriller video (sitting right in front of MJ in the theater scene), and now in this Pepsi video. He really had a good friend in you, Miko. Higher Power bless you, and all your family. I really appreciated seeing you reflect on your best friend, MJ, during all your LKL appearances.

thanks for sharing this story miko. we also love michael and now that he's gone, we all realized how important he is to us. he was part of my childhood and i guess you could say that he was part of who i am.

Dear Miko,
You were a true friend to Michael.
I want to tell you something;
God put on my heart to pray for Michael back in 1984, when that incident ocurred.
I prayed God would keep him safe and he would be close to God.
My church teased me over the years for praying for an entertainer and I, by no means, worhsipped celebrities, but I felt that he needed a spiritual blessing.
Now, after learning that the Pepsi commercial incident was probably the onset of Michael's battle with drug addiction, I can now see why God put him in my heart.
I hope Michael knew that God loved him and he is now at peace.
May God be with you, your family and loved ones in this time of loss.

I see it in a different way. What is a true friend? Miko has been Larry's guest several times, and each of those times, it was obvious that he lied about his knowledge of MJ's drug addiction. Anyone as close to Michael as Miko was would know about his private life. I have to wonder why he agreed to go on Larry's show, knowing full well that he would be asked about MJ and his drug addiction, and he chose to lie. Miko was in MJ's employ for several years and was probably paid very well for whatever it was that he did for Michael. What gets me is how so many of you admire Miko for 'lying' to protect his friend!

If that had of been me on the very first show, instead of lying, I would have responded by saying, "Michael and I were very close friends, and I choose not to talk about it. Michael has been hurt enough." Now that is what a true friend would do. It tells the viewers what they already know, but you are staying true to your friend. Michael would have wanted Miko to say as he felt, and not lie. But, he keeps coming back and repeating the same lies. Miko attached himself to MJ for his own reasons. You have to wonder why Larry would keep bringing Miko back on the show. What a waste of air time. Who has been the truest friend to MJ? Who really loved MJ? The person who has not come forward because of her pain-–Elizabeth Taylor.

Dear Miko,
you are true friend and May God rewards you for your good deeds.
Miko, we need you to stand for us for Michael Jackson, we need you to be His voice to those people who never stop destroying Him...

Dear Larry,
i want to know what about that man who were taking the video, because he never run to michael to stop the fire, the video man he saw it from the very start but he didn't do anything.

Isabel,
I have to agree; I would even add Diana Ross to the best friend list.
She has avoided the spotlight as well; I believe she truly loved Michael and he probably shut her out of his enabling circle of "friends".

People should stop worshipping entertainers. Thay are no different from the rest of us.
They may have talent; but we all have talent. Michael was able to get drugs because of money and status.

This is such a sad story. I hope society learns a lesson from this.
No matter how famous Michale Jackson was it pales in comparison to the value of life he could have lived if only his father and others would have treated him like a human being and not a "cash cow".

Miko obviously knew about Michael's drug use. He says he never saw any oxygen tanks in the house. Oh, please. Miko knew Michael for decades and now he says he never saw even one oxygen tank? I even saw oxygen tanks, in the photos from the Neverland Ranch raid. And when Larry asked Miko if he knew about Michael's drug use, Miko just said "I can't comment on that." Yeah, a lawyer got to him and told him to say that. Ridiculous. Miko was an enabler and should be ashamed of himself. If he really loved Michael as he says he did, he would have gotten Michael out of that house, away from those people, and into a rehab center even if it was against Michael's will.

Also, Larry talked to those producers of that Jackson family reality show and they had the nerve to say that Joe Jackson is a great guy! And Larry just nodded! Uh, I remember Michael telling Martin Bashir that this "great guy" threw him against a wall as hard as he could. Michael also said that his mother yelled, "Joe, you're gonna kill him! You're gonna kill him!" while Joe was beating him up. And now Joe has the kids around him. This is a travesty and we should, as fans who really love Michael and his kids, get those kids away from Joe and into a place where Joe is not around.

Three weeks after Michael's death, I'm still grieving and I cannot sit back and watch this bullying of Michael continue in death as it did in life. Michael was bullied by his employees and was surrounded by shady doctors and dentists who just cared about his money. This is very sad and it's shocking that nobody in his circle could stand up and get these people out of his life. These bullies assisted Michael in the downward spiral of his life and nobody was there to help him. Poor Michael. R.I.P.

Actually, very good points Isabel. I dont think we'll ever know who his true friends were, but the dignified silence of those not seeking their spot on TV or in the newspapers such as Liz Taylor, his sister Janet, Lisa Marie Presley and others perhaps speaks for itself. The more people come out of the woodwork claiming to be friends (friends who it seems did nothing to help him) the more I feel that Michael Jackson's life was truly a tragic and lonely one. I truly hope he is in a better, happier place now where no one can use or hurt him.

I found yesterday, from a Norvegian broadcast that MJ has another child,a boy,23yrs.old,Omer Bhatti -who presented himself as the son of MJ.Is it true?The Norwegian TV presented a minifilm with this boy around a Christmas tree (in 1998) together with the first 2 kids.Is that true?

There are a lot of comments on this blog so I am not sure how many people will read this entry.

In light of the whole Michael Jackson addiction story; we should keep things in perspective.

All of us have an affinity for addictions of some sort. Just think about what you do on a daily basis. How many cups of coffee do you drink or how much tv do you watch? How about your sex drive and eating habits?

We should all take a look at the "Man in the Mirror"

I watched the Farrah Fawcett documentary and was touched by what she did at the end; she said the hardest question to answer was when people asked her how she was doing; she turned her video camera toward us and asked "what about you, how are you doing today?" How poignant is that?

Why is it that back when Michael was burned in the Pepsi commercial that the press downplayed it and made it into a joke? They would only talk about the fact that his hair was burned. They never said anything about the fire going into his scalp and giving him second and third degree burns. And, now that he's gone, they finally show the video and talk about what a horrible burn he had?

Michael was right, the tabloid press was out to get him. Only now do they admit that he was severely burned. Only now do they agree that he had vitiligo and lupus. These people should be ashamed of themselves.

Miko – it is very evident that you were a TRUE FRIEND to Michael. I watched that video when it aired on TV and it is really terrifying to see how his hair was in flames. This man went through a lot in his lifetime and you can at least say that you were truly there for him thru it all!! Everyone should have a friend like you! I know his death has caused you great pain, as I have seen you in many interviews and I can understand your frustration with all the questioning and prodding that has gone on since his death. You are not alone in sorrow! Michael will be sorely missed by many!!

Miko, each time I have seen you with dear Larry King, it's clear to see how much you loved and still love Michael.

I'm so so saddened to hear about Michael's untimely passing. Michael was a few years younger than me, I grew up with his music and even though I did not know him personally, I miss him so much.

I wish now that the media would stop showing the Pepsi incident, its very disturbing to see Michael suffering.

I listen to his music and feel the joy and genius of this beautiful, kind and very misunderstood soul.

I miss Michael so much but I have a smile on my face now as his legacy will live on through his music and I know one day I will meet Michael when I make my own journey home.

RIP Michael and Miko "smile even though your heart is breaking"

Hugs
Lulu

TO PJ.. well said..

NOW WHAT ?

TO FRANCISCO,
Michael had VITILIGO, AND IF YOU DON'T HAVE ANY IDEA ABOUT THAT.. I'LL GUESS DO SOME RESEARCH....AND FOR SURE YOU WILL ANSWER YOUR OWN QUESTION..

janie

now we wait for more twists and turns

HELLO EVERYONE , MIKO IS NO ANGEL OR GOD SENT. HE WAS NEVER A TRUE FRIEND . BECAUSE HE DIDN'T CARE OR TOOK ANY MEASURES TO HELP MJ. IT WAS ALL ABOUT MONEY AND I THINK HE NOW HAS A GUILTY CONSIOUS. SO PLEASE DON'T PUT MIKO UP THERE. THINK ABOUT IT.

Just needed to give my 2 cents worth.

1st – I am not defending Joe Jackson's actions towards his children but you must remember 30 or 40 years ago, many, many of us was raised by parents who were raised by parents who either spanked, used the odd belt or whatever was used. Yes, perhaps considered abuse now but back then, that was somewhat acceptable disipline. Right or wrong, not all of us took drugs or changed our appearance and if that type of disipline (abuse) affected Michael in that way, he seemed to forgive his father (somewhat) for what he saw as a very sad and abusive childhood.

2nd – For those who have never lived with a addict or had numerous surgeries or ongoing pain, how can you even comment on why nobody helped him? Addicts do not always want to stop using; addicts must want the help or want to change inorder that an intervention or rehab could or would even be considered by the person. Michael was very powerful and rich and as many have stated that if you tried to do or say something about his health or addiction, he would refuse to associate with these people who are trying to help. Unfortunately, there was never a lack of people or doctors willing to give Michael whatever he wanted. But after all is said and done, it was the adult Michael that is to blame for begging, taking, using, whatever medication he was using at the time of his death.
I love Michael and his talent but the onus is on the ADULT addict who is making the decision to continue to abuse their bodies.

I should know, I have lived with, loved and helped an addict to recover and only after many, many years of self destruction and ultimatums.

You all say the Family should have intervened... perhaps with a normal, low income person who has nowhere left to turn. But Michael Jackson???? He didn't want anyone who would not do what he says around him, he was making his own money, had lived his own life for many years and wasn't dependent on anyone but the enablers~ If he didn't want the help there is nobody on this Earth who could help him.

I could go on for hours but I just needed to say, for those of you that are very critical of his past life, if you haven't walk a mile in his shoes or have any experience with his problems, then please zip-it!@

chray July 16th, 2009 9:12 pm ET– I agree with you I don't see how Miko Brando saved Michael Jackson's life. I felt so sorry for Michael watching that video. No one helped until he got to the bottom of the stairs. I've done commercial work; and there is usually so many people on the set, this was Michael Jakson and you mean to tell me that not a single person noticed anything wrong. Michael Jackson said many years ago that he suffered from Vitiligo, nobody believed him–everyone claimed he bleached his skin. As I have stated on the other LKL pages, I never believed any of those malicious accusations against Michael Jackson. Michael was an innocent and gentle soul that was totally misunderstood by everyone except his fans.

I might be wrong, but the feeling Miko gives me, that he, like some other friends of MJ, are in complete denial when it comes to MJ's inner pain and the addiction because of that. I've seen Miko a couple of times on Larry King Live and he keeps on saying "MJ couldn't get better". It is just not true. MJ died deep inside in 2005 after the trial and tried to 'sleep away' the pain.

"Saved his life"??? Burning hair is not good for one's health, but Michael was never in danger of losing his life during the Pepsi fiasco.

"Lucky I wasn’t shot". C'mon, exactly how many people have been shot running towards celebrities??

I'm sure Miko's love for Michael is authentic, but the way this story is crafted reveals that he's enjoying the spotlight.

As far as the kids parentage goes, it seems to me, the only reason to know that, is for medical history, that may some day be helpful to the kids. Hopefully, MJ had the forethought to get that history and put in a secure place. Beyond that, I hope the courts look more to who can give these kids a loving and stable home for their future.

'Thank you Lynn for your kind words. I think people should express their opinions in a manner that is not mean or offensive as so many people on this blog do. Their anger is palpable and I wonder why they have to be so mean and degrading. Miko doesn't deserve this. I hope he contacts CNN and they give him my e-mail address. I'd be happy to just let him talk. He and his wife were very close to Michael Jackson and I do not think Miko had a part in obtaining drugs for Michael.

And by the way, when I said that I did not view MJ as a junkie, I did not mean to imply that he wasn't addicted to prescription medication. I am certain he was, but, that is very different thana "junkie". The implication is so degrading and it is meant to be when people use it to describe Michael Jackson. Again I say people, "Heal the world,make it a better place"..............................................

Hi to all, it's feels nice to read your thoughts, I share most of your concerns (esp. those about Sony and Aeg). I hope at some point we all realize that we are taking positions in this... and we are not really up to it. Most of MJs close friends for years, have confessed that they didn't fully understand him, he was an enigma, maybe he was, maybe he wasn't, maybe he wanted it this way, Truth is a different issue than what we choose to believe. Some of us chose not to believe him, some of us believed him and still support him. We wish a lot of things were different but are not. It's a disgrace that they are showing this video, as much as it was a disgrace to show that video of his last rehearsal. I felt the same pain in my stomach watching both. I hope we all keep our minds in our heads during this roller-coaster of Michael's death investigation. Most of all I wish his soul finds peace despite the fact that his body is still in tornment and unburried....

do you guys belong to the Michael Jackson Fan Club. You should check it out.

lynn-
Are you on facebook? I will try to look you up. Yes i do paint. But primarily Im an actor , writer. Michael quoted Michalangelo once " I know the creator will go, but his work survives.That is why to escape death, I attemp to bind my soul to my work" All you have to do is listen to his lyrics and you will see the truth of his spirit
My name is Andrea. lol I realized after the fact that i had posted under Andre, mistype. But then didnt change it cuz i didnt think people would put two and two together. lol.
I have nothing but deep compassion fro MJ. So much pain, pain and FIXES. But they truely healed him. It is a tradgedy.

Amanda $ -IL-July 16th, 2009 8:49 pm ET
The day after Michael died he was on one of the LKL Blogs bathmouthing Michael. Tito Jackson came on and said that he had been jealous of Michael since they were kids and to stop talking badly about Michael. Just another one trying to live of Michael.

Linda from New york, i can't stop thinking, why In Michael Jackson's last "WILL".. he never mentioned of his brothers and sisters.. only two persons.. His mother Katherine and Diana Ross and charity???.. even janet jackson or jermain. that when janet interviewed with oprah, she said they were close.
it's confusing.. maybe even around mj family there's jealousy????
how sad, to think that Jackson family became rich and famous because of Michael. how sad.....
to larry, if Michael's sisters and brothers love him and concerned with mj, why they don't do their best to reach their brother michael, whatever it takes.. they should do something about it. they should insist.. poor Michael,
i understand God why He took Michael away in this world, he don't deserves this world, Michael don't deserve to suffer for long long time. that's why at age 50 God took him away.
Poor Michael he never been happy.. but .. Michael all your fans love you forever..we love you forever. from the bottom of our hearts. we love you..

Joe Jackson is one tough character and consumate business man. Although promoting his record label at this time was certainly in poor taste, consider the source. Joe was a steel worker who stood by his family and did what he could to make men/women out of them. Do you really think that guys of his generation had polite intellectual conversations with their children when they stepped out of line???? It took toughness and grit to raise a large family in Gary, Indiana. Instead of getting all weepy/weepy over Michaels death, perhaps Joe channeled that energy into his instinct for survival.....making a living and getting on with your life. That's what some men do. It does not mean he does not love his son.

If you notice the video's from MIchaels trial(s) Joe is generally in the far background, sometimes running along side security. He NEVER deserted his son and did what he could the best way he knew how to protect him. In fact, I am very impressed with the entire Jackson family as they set a wonderful example of how families in spite of their differences of opinion stick together in time of crisis. How many of us can say the same??

Congratulations Joe and Catherine Jackson. The bonds of love are still strong in your family. You obviously did something good.
Marya Taylor

Miko,

Silence is the true friend that never betrays... Confucius
Thanks for avoiding the gossip.

AMANDA...good-hearted young lady

When you stated you having been living with addiction......did you mean yourself???

Thought about that all afternoon
Whether it is yourself or a loved one.......please honor MJ's legacy and get the help you or whomever needs....I am here and can give you my home email and number...in case you need anyone...I live in Kentucky

ANDRE>.....not on facebook...too computer unsavvy..are we allowed to exchange emails on here or is it not wise..

lynn- hmmmm for my own privacy reasons i would prefer not to. however if you feel comfortable doing so then you may. I will communicate with you via email.

Carol- you are most wise...as my grandmother always said.if you have nothing good to say about someone, it is best to say nothing at all..I know not who did or did not do what was in MJ's best interest,,,but I am with you...Miko seems a stoic and strong man..but his pain is there...a visible aura for his lost beloved friend...Same goes for me Miko...I have a beautiful farm in Kentucky...lakes and forests and wildlife galore...if you ever need to get away...and be one with nature..as I told Toy....I need no notoriety or compensation...just a desire to...Reach Out and Touch Somebodys hand.....you have my permission to have my email as well

ANDREA>..........so.....does that mean that the gender of the spiritual one to whom I have been speaking is different than I thought as well??
Did you say that you are 30yrs old?? You too (likeAmanda) seem wise beyond your years

Miko,
A true friend to MJ to the end and beyond. I admire how all you say about MJ is positive and you refuse to be one of the ones who "gossip" about him. That is one of the reasons MJ loved you. Thank you Miko.

ELIZABETH TAYLOR WAS AND IS A TRUE FRIEND.

ANDREA Im a bit afraid as well to post mine on here,,hmmmm...

LARRY........with the consent of one of us bloggers can you disclose an email addy from one to another or no??

Andrea......let's try that...then i will think on the issue

Im going to the lake now...rake in hand..to skim weeds off..a most demeaning job....but no one else will do it...The fish are some of them huge....they need their space!!! lol

Then I must mow a neighbors yard......I'll be back in the evening...will feel honored to have more mail from you

'Light and Love'

maria u
I would have to agree with you about the will. It speaks volumes. I agree with you, I think they should've tried a little harder. I'm not blaming them for Michael's death or anything like that. I just feel that as large as the Jackson family is, there must be one person that could've gotten through to Michael.

ANDREA....just thought about something......I never use these sights..just when contacted by friends and my nieces.......but I am on Hi5 and Plaxo.....if that helps

LARRY.....A REQUEST PLEASE...can you give Anrea my email please!
Thanks Lynn

SORRY LARRY...typo.meant to say ANDRE

I am not too techno savyy–if we wanted to set up something where we could IM eachother. how would we do that. Does anybody know?

Do any of you own Michael Jackson: The Ultimate Collection

Larry please do not continue to have Miko as a guest on your show. Everytime you ask him a question he always responds with the same response...he doesnt know..same crap all the time. Miko doesnt appear credible.I have a hard time believing that Miko is such a great friend of Michaels yet seems to know nothing about him. I know everything about my closest friends. Miko says he wasnt aware of his drug addiction is this perhaps because he was one of the enablers?

I totally agree with Ann (July 16th, 2009 8:16 pm ET). There are still too many bad stories about Michael in the media. A german TV programm e.g. still repeats this horrible Martin Bashir interview. And they never said something about Michaels charities. I guess it´s time to bring back Michaels good reputation, with telling the good things he has done. And I also think that these money grabbling people, should pay for all the lies. Wasn´t it character assasination, what these people have done, while they said that Michael was a child molester !?! .....
But these people are happily live in richness, while they destroyed Michaels life. ( I remember well, that the media dismembered Michael years ago. OMG how I hated it.)
It´s such a shame.
I hope Michael finally is able to R.I.P. at a better place now.

Let us all strive to be more humble, more loving, more forgiving and not pass judgement on anyone!

Today some program showed a photo of Miko as a youngster.
The resemblence to Blanket is even more overwhelming that
has previously been discussed.

Thank you Miko for being Michael's true friend and for being one of the few to stand up for him. God sent a special man, Miko, to take care of another special man (Michael). Thank you for being so true. May God bless you and yours.

The footage of Miko running onstage to put the fire out in Michael Jackson's hair is....whoa, I don't even know what to say.

I'm thinking he probably saved this man's life more than once – good friend's to that for each other. He was a good friend to Michael.

It appears to me that at least some of his recent visits to Larry King Livev have been to keep it real on Michael's behalf – you rock Miko.

I expected to see more on Michael Jackson tonight, hopefully in the positive, but CNN (as with most) concentrates more on the negative because it draws more viewers. CNN featured the death of Walter Cronkite tonight, the greatest news reporter/anchor of all time. I grew up watching Walter Cronkite. He was the most trusted name in News. One thing we should all know about him is that he would never have exploited Michael Jackson's death to the extent that any news media has done today. Walter Cronkite would have respected Michael Jackson's privacy in both his life and his death.

What Walter would have reported on is how Michael Jackson was the most gifted talent of all time and how he achieved so much during a lifetime of pain and suffering, both emotionally and physically. Walter would have concentrated on the adoration and love toward Michael from his fans world-wide and how he loved them back with all his heart.

Walter's reporting the truth was first and foremost, without the sensationalism. He would never have approved of the madness in news reporting today. He would have been ashamed of the mockery made of news today.

Michael Jackson was the greatest talent ever born; Walter Cronkite was the greatest name in news reporting/anchor that ever lived. The world has lost two of its greatest human beings of all time.

—Isabel
I agree. I'm still young so I never really knew Walter's work but I do greatly appreciate a good Reporter/News Anchor & Journalist. Dan Rather is one of my favorites. I like someone who tells it like it is & who does not always have to read off a prompter because that's pretty much filtered news..

Miko, thank you for being a true friend to Michael, at that time and during the rest of his life.

I had looked online for your own website or blog and am glad I have a chance to post here.

I just want to thank you for appearing on LKL so many times. So many people seem to be looking to get their 15 minutes of fame by associating themselves with the recent coverage and you are out there making sure that Michael, the man is remembered, and you are reminding people to stick to the facts and not to speculate.

lynn- im gonna try to leave this email here for you... i created this account.
somewhereotthere30@yahoo.ca
you can reach me here. And anyone else who needs to talk or wants to keep in touch. Im not self proclaimed in anything but im a good listener.
peace and love

Thanks larry for sharing this with all of us.
And thanks Miko to have shared your friend to the world

Our brother MJ is a drifting Angel now...not unlike the very stars in the sky...AT LAST...he can help heal the world...not only by bringing us together in our grief but sharing our hearts

But most importantly...his worth is rewarded...as his spirit is free to fly

No return yet...maybe it got to you

Miko, I really love how you are still being a true friend to Michael Jackson...even after his death. I like how you refuse to be pulled into the speculation that the other "so-called" celebrity pundits engage in. I also appreciate Larry King for having you as a consistent guest on his show. He has brought you from the shadows and into the spotlight. We are happy to know you, Miko. Thanks for being a real true friend to MJ. I only wish he'd had more "true" friends like you hanging around him. May God richly bless you and your family! We've come to know and love you too!

Hi Miko

You are really a truly devoted and one of few real friends that Michael had
it shows in your silence for the respect of his legacy , it is nobody business the secrets that Michael shared with you and by judging your behavior through this difficult times for sure you had done the best you could in your capacity to help your beloved frienf Michael .
god bless you .

maria u, initially I too wondered why Michael did not leave anything to any of his siblings then I thought, he left almost half of his estate to his mother. My thoughts are that he left his mother this great sum because she would know at the end what his siblings should get if anything at all. If his mother be so fortunate to live another 10 years there is no way that she'll ever be able to spend 40% of his fortune. He must have loved his mother dearly and thought the world of her to leave her such a vast fortune. I can tell you from experience that when there is a family member so deep into opiate and benzo addiction it is almost near to impossible that you can do anything to make them stop. When I tried to intervene I got shut out by a family member who then estranged herself from me. It took at least 8 years until this person hit "rock bottom" before she accepted any type of help and that help was as an inmate. For Michael Jackson I don't think there was a "rock bottom" because he didn't have to live on the street or steal to buy his pain medications and it was easily assesible to him. So I can see how MJ's family could do nothing. I don't think anyone could do anything to make him stop. It would have been up to Michael Jackson to take hold of his life and to stop and it's not easy. The euphoric feeling on those type of drugs makes it so hard to choose to stop. His family must have felt so worried and helpless, I know the feeling cause I've been there with my family member.

@ Jen, His mother cannot leave it to his siblings (her children) or anyone else for that matter. The way the trust is written, is that her 40% share (whatever is left of it) reverts back to his children when she passes. Those were MJ's wishes.

to Linda of New york

im surprised my sister said Michael Jackson album thriller and history was out of stock in Virgin megastore in Paris, France.. it's all sold out.
they need to wait after two weeks for this cd album..

Jen

Maybe he left them out because there is a possibility he have left them something in the Jackson Family Trust. That does not have to be revealed for the public because that is private unlike a Will. Or he probably left them out because lets say in 2002 he may was back on drugs. I am just speaking hypothetically and they was trying to help him maybe he pushed them all aside back then and did not want anything to do with them. To my understanding there was reports he wanted to make another Will to include them including putting Janet Jackson to get the kids instead of Diana Ross but never got around to it because he was either busy or really to into drugs he couldnt function especailly after the molestation trial. Plus with his enablers that was stealing money from him and the people pulling the strings I doubt they would have let him changed it because they was under his control. Thats the first sign of a person that is under drugs they pushed them far away because they dont want them to see they hit rock bottom. I dont know its alot of possibilities.

Miko, I knew Michael had a true friend. I can relate to the loyalty Michael cherished. Though Michael was six yrs younger than I, our spirits know one another. I understood him because I have similar characteristics; very private, quiet, shy, and love chimps and protect my kids and love his soul. Michael was a perfectionist, never satisfied, and I understood why he kept trying to improve his looks. I love him unconditionally and never looked past his soul/heart. I love his heart, I saw nothing but the blood of Jesus covering his being. He said once, don't just see me, I wish that you would just love my soul. Miko, I felt a tragedy coming a week before his passing. I have been crying ever since. Each time I remember my love for him, I feel the presence of holy angels tingling all around me. Miko, Michael is with Jesus. The Lord would have resurrected him from the dead, had there been faith the size of a mustard seed in the staples center. Jesus is the way, truth and the life, no man goes to the Father but through me, saith the Lord of Hosts. Stay on His watch! Luv U Larry, Maria

Miko,

I want to thank you for sharing that part of your relationship to Michael with us and to thank you for being in his life. I know that Michael was and still is very proud to have had you not only as a friend but a brother too.
I miss him very much and a huge part of me keeps hoping he will just reappear again. I know that coming to terms with his passing is uncomprehendable but with Michael's love and God's grace we will learn to smile though our hearts ache with the pain of not having to hear him laugh or see him smile.
But, in our memories his laugh and smile will never fade because he left us with a lot of love and because of that he is at peace.

Thank you Miko for being there for him.

@ Jacquelyn....yes there are a lots of possibilities, it's so so sad.

I'm sure all of you have heard Dr. Drew Pinsky's comments on drug prescription abuse. particularly..... I do feel that Michael's family tried desperately for an intervention and sadly I feel that he pushed them aside. The "abusers" ( I hate using that word) are in denial at most stages and when money is no object it makes it easier to support their addiction, their dependency gets worse and they tend to spiral to rock bottom.

I guess we all have to wait and see what the toxicology report findings are. Sadly I think they will reveal prescription abuse.

If it does show dipravan which should be administered by an anesthesiologist in the safe setting of a hospital for surgical procedures, it's illegal for the "doctors" to prescribe this medication as the media has suggested at Michael's home.

I guess this again shows the way the world is turning, it's a shame and sad to see such talent lost too early for whatever reasons

May his music live on forever as will his memory

Miko and Larry, I feel the Lord's presence when I meditate on Michael. I kept believing he would be risen from the dead just as Lazarus in the bible and I continue to pray that the Lord grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Larry, I love him deeply and ache for his beautiful children and therefore, I challenge the hostile/pessimistic news media (Larry you've been a great friend) to conduct themselves in a graceful – favorable manner. We are America, we come from all races, being one nation under God, we, as one people, mourn the passing of the annointed of the Lord. God's glory manifested on that stage each time Michael performed his life out. Michael used his God-given talents to the best of his ability and never ceased to give of himself 200% no matter the cost. I too want to be a kind giver asking nothing in return except for God's love and grace. It is written that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Miko, the Lord has been giving me lyrics from heaven with the beat of the music. We can be at peace knowing that what the devil meant for evil, God turned it around for His good purpose. Luv U, Maria Q.

I feel so sad, when all truths come out eventually but they are far too late, I wish Michael could come back...

He was so much misunderstood.

The fatal footage on Pepsi was never released before. And MJ did donate all the money from the compensation by Pepsi to the Burn Center.

Thank you Miko, for being there for Michael, as always. Yes I did see you in the Pepsi footage even before I read about this article.

Also great thanks to Larry for keeping the record straight so that the World can have a comprehensive view about MJ as a person whose image has been very much distorted by the press in the past two decades.

LARRY: I have a last request, I am begging you to set the record straight on MJ's lawsuit in 1994. MJ made a mistake by closing the case with financial settlements. Obviously at that time he was at his peak, and he was advised by his lawyers to do so. He should have fought the battle like he did in 2005.

I AM BEGGING YOU LARRY TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT, Wherever MJ is now, he would feel very happy if you could do so.

THANK YOU SO MUCH IN ADVANCE LARRY.

i miss him terribly Miko–still 3 weeks later! hope ur doing ok.....keep the faith!

I am so mad right now, each day goes by and I think about Michael and the bs he had to deal with. And people around him was playing him dirty. He did not deserve any of this. Please let this autopsy and toxicology result be revealed soon. They murdered him I know they did.

Dear Larry

Could we have at least half an hour dedicated to the good that MJ did in his life?

hmmph ... theres an idea for once! how bout it larry??? like maybe allllllll the charity work he was known for??? i just found out the extent of it today! what an amaaaaaazing person to donate as much as he did!!!! plz talk about that!! = ]]]

Jacquelyn: I agree with you. I hope that the family sues Ian Halsperin and his tell all book. He was on Entertainment Tonight stating that MJ did not have Vitaligo or Lupus. He also slammed his families identity of him claiming that they all thought he was gay and such. This is claiming that MJ lied, Mrs. Jackson lied, Deepak Chopra Lied, as well as Dr. Klein. Where this "author" would get this info. This is riciculous. There is a commentator on Geraldo and said that if MJ would have been more forthcoming about his health issues( vitalago and Lupus) that may have not taken the ridiculing. He was honest and that is really uncool to say something like that. His personal health issues were his business. He stated that on Oprah. He had ridiculing and mocking his entire life. IT is continuing in death. CBC/Inside Edition were making comments that the kids no longer where the veils and that the religious beliefs of the Jackson's were brizarre. Comments were made that the kids needed normal social interactions. This just fuels more speculation, joke and mockery that is unnecessary. Just because you believe something differently does not mean it is strange or different. I fear MJ will always be remembered as being strange and the kids will always be questioned as being different. I wish they would show the Geraldo interview more from 2005, because MJ comes alive as a real persn, not the person that the media made him out to be.

Lynn Moffett– That would be really nice. All they ever talk about,.even the different profiles of his life, are the bad stuff nothing positive.

I think it would be great if they got J. Randy Tambourelli on, who has written extensively on MJ.

Where is Mj resting now? did they bury his body? any one that know something? Ilove u MJ. RIP.

I wrote on this blog on June 16th after watching that Pepsi video and hearing Miko Brando talk about how he saved Michael's life that day. I said that I didn't see how he saved Michael's life at all. After watching that tape again in slow motion, I realize that MIko was the first one to get to Michael and he was very emotional. I owe you an apology Miko, only a true friend would do what you did.

maria July 18th, 2009 9:22 am ET
I'm not surprised those albums are sold out. It will show them that Michael Jackson Fans are forever and they better keep up with the demands.

yea!! us "TRUE" fans are NOT going to fade away everrrrrrrrr!!! funny how he had to die b4 the cd's and everything else was available!!! grr!!
and Jacqueline– i also agree with u! hes gone i am feeling because of someones stupidness!!!! WHY WOULD SUMONE TAKE HIM FROM US SO SOON!!!!???? ..

Larry i watched ur rerun of ur visit to NeverLand Ranch last nite like all 3 times it aired and i was crying over and over again..... for some of us it still feels like the first day and i dunno why but its hitting me really hard!!! i cry over something every day!! It was really beautiful to see it that close up for those of us that never got to go there- THANK YOU FOR SHOWING US THAT & I HOPE U CAN GO BACK AGAIN LIKE U SAID U WOULD!!!!! although im sure it woulda been waaaay better with Michael there it was comforting to see it all and what they all did there!! RIP MJ - WE LUV & MISS U SOOOOOO MUCH!!!

I am so happy to see so many people come out in support of Michael. I wish he could have felt this type of love when he needed it most. I always hated the way he was being portrayed in the media, even as a child. I would fight and cry with my abusive stepfather because he knew the way to really hurt me was to speak negatively about Michael. I am so glad to see that I am not the only one in the U.S. who still believes in him. I hate to see the stories of his addiction. I understand that drugs may have played a role in his death, but it pains me to see the focus of so many stories be that one aspect of his life. That is, of course, if they aren't still rehashing the allegations against him. Then they remark, almost as an afterthought, that he was innocent. I want someone to actually speak of the good things. And whether you believe he was innocent or not, let's remember that he was ACQUITTED!!!! Nothing anyone will every say can reverse that.

Michael rest in peace.. love ya

I see on t.v how close you both were..I all so you get upset when they speak of his drug proplems I agree with you he was a great man grat friend a wonderful father and to leave Michael alone.. you friend is now a shining star in the heavens

Dear Miko:

I want to thank you for remaining true to Michael even after his tragic and heart breaking passing. I recently had this conversation with my neighbor who lost her mother to cancer. She asked me what I thought about the promises we make and I told her " the promised we make are never as important as the promises we keep, espeically when somebody has passed away taking with them any real reason to keep us honest ". That is when you know somebody was your true friend. Thats also the kind of person most people should strive to be friends with, those who mean what they say and at all costs, mean what they say. I know Miko your life has also not been an easy one.
You know all to well loss, greiving and suffering. Your character speaks volumes about what an incredible human being you are.
You have lost many you love dearly in this lifetime, and now your dearest friend as well. I pray Miko there is a heaven and that when you get there Michael will be waiting to embrace one of the only true friends he has ever had. I pray you remain a strong and positive influence in the lives of Michaels beloved Children, as well as his mother Katherine who is surely suffering these days the loss of her child. I also pray you find peace and happiness in all that you do.
Keep your family safe.. you are so loved by true Michael Jackson fans Miko. You shall also in death as in life... never be forgotten... you are an amazing man !!

Kat

I saw the Joe Jackson show last night and I must say that I was very disappointed in Larry. He would ask a question and then now even let them finish the answer. At times he would skip to a commercial. Larry we want to hear the answer and it would be really polite to let tthem finish answering. You also did this to Jermaine when you interviewed him at NeverLand Ranch. You wenton and on about a tree. If you ran out of questions then let a fan asks them.

Well done Miko! You're truly a best friend in good times and bad times...I'm just a fan of MJ, I just reached him through publicities, concerts, buy his albums but his passing away is an unbearable pain, I can't accept the fact, the reality that he's gone... my connection for MJ is just the music, but he touched my soul and my whole being, he was, is and will always be a role model, an inspiration to many (our whole family is MJ's fan from the Philippines where he did a lot of chairty worked there in my country where he had concert twice.I just turned 43 on June 25 the day MJ died it was not a happy bday for me... I grew up with his music, my father was a Jackson 5 and Marlon Brando fanatic...we don't believe at MJ's bad publicities...yes, he committed mistakes but who is perfect anyway?...they just want to ruined MJ..because he is the best in everything...) ..but in as much as MJ's fans are hurting how much more it hurts you Miko, I sympathize with what you're going through right now, your a body 'til the end....and I envy you...'coz you've known him personally and spent precious moments together...we thank you for being with MJ always and how I wish during that fateful day you were there by his side maybe by now he is still with us...he is here in London right now doing concert...i'll just cherish his last ticket of concert at the 02 I bought the rest of my life...

Finally, 'MICHAEL JACKSON HAD TO GIVE UP HIS CHILDHOOD...SO WE COULD HAVE OURS."(words of grief drowned in rivers of tears)

Our family loves you so much MJ and we just wish all the best for his children and our sympathy goes to his family and friends like you MIKO BRANDO...

(LKL..pls. keep us updated of MJ's case..thank you.)

Miko....I can see it all in your face the grief that you are feeling over the lose of your friend....my condolences go out to you and the entire family...we as fans miss him dearly but I can't imagine the hurt and pain that you and the people that were closest to him feel....Michael will always live on in our hearts...Rest in Peace Michael – we love you so very much.

i am overwhemingly disturbed I must say for his demise. now i know that i knew nothing concerning MJ. rest in peace brother. thank you so much.

i am overwhemingly disturbed, I must say for his demise. now i know that i knew nothing concerning MJ. rest in peace brother. thank you so much. It somewhat feels so helpless now. I am so sorry.

come back on larry king it has not been the same without you. You were a good friend and it shows! DONT STOP MJ COVERAGE!

thanks for showing Michael love...that was what he needed most....

I watched the episode with joe jackson and i think that larry king was very insensitive to this man,regardless of what was printed in the press he is still a human being who lost a love one,larry is a father too and you would think that he would show a little more respect. maybe someone should remind larry that he is not a spring chicken and who will raise his young child if he would croke tomorrow. he needs to really think about that because after all he is a 100 years old.

Very well said Carol, I agree with what you have written about Miko and your opinions about Joe Jackson and Michael...It is so sad we can not turn back the time...our dear Michael is gone...at 50 MJ is still very young to die...yes, Michael was a unique person, he was special that is why he was the apple of the eyes of the media...a media that could make or break a certain person likeMJ...my heart bleeds for MJ, he, yes he was wealthy but he never experienced real happiness and maybe a genuine love...may you rest in peace MJ...the world lost one of the world's generous man...

You rock Miko.

God bless Michael.

I agree strongly with the comment about the boys involved in the law suits and their LIES. The world should definately know the truth about this dear gifted soul.

Cme on Larry, interview Chandler

Dear Miko: I did not know how much pain would cause MJ all the media in his life. You must know that there are little friends like you in our lives. Im writing from Peru and I feel sad because of MJs death but at the same time I feel people who admires MJ not only because of his music also because he was a kind, sensitive and gentle man, and you must be very proud of have had luck to be one of his best friends, I mean like a brother.
I hope you wil be blessed by God and thank you for sharing this.
And thank Michael Jackson for your music, your dance and your love to mankind.

I give thanks for friends like that. Michael was a great human being and he deserved the best. Am so sad he's gone, but not from our hearts and minds. I just thank michael jackson for his music and most of all for his caring. I love you MJ and GOD bless you!

What a wonderful friend Michael had in Miko and vice versa it seems.

As a journalist myself, I learned long ago not to believe everything you see and only 1/2 of what you hear.

I am wondering why American government doesn't want to give Michael Jackson a recognition he deserves...he visited countries all over the world not just to perform the concert but in his spare time he usually visited orphanages and hospitals and donated part of his earnings...and he put up many foundations...The Heal the World and We are the World songs who are the benificiaries? Isn't it the less fortunate?...Is it because he was accused and charged for a child molestation but all of those accusations were not proven and I believe those were not true...where ever he (MJ) is now I'm sure he'll be glad if the American specially the gov't . appreciates what he shared on earth...
In life and in death MJ you will always be remembered and our love goes with you always...

elfa guevara

From what is going through the grapevine, it is because he is black and thats why some of the house do not want him to be recognize. Google it

miko I just wanted to say you have been a true friend to Michael you have never ever once said anything negative towards him after his death. I know it must be hard to hear all these things that people are saying about him. even it you know what was going on with him you defend him til the end that is a true friend and I must say I admire you for that. I have love michael since I stared listening to his music and that's be a long time cause I am 48 years old I will miss him I go on you tube everyday and listen to him music and his interviews. People to leave him alone now that is has passed away remember the good things about him and not the bad and there really was never really any bad things about him. He was aquitted people remember that.

Hi Jacquelyn.

Whether he is black, white, asian, caucasian or whatever color this world has...that's absolutely rediculous scapegoat...MJ left legacies not just in the music world but also in the humanitarian aspects...his many foundations are a lving proof ...Michael Jackson deserves a posthumus humanitarian award or recognition.. i'm not american, I'm a spanish-filipino descend but I had witnessed MJ's humanitarian works...in the eyes of God we are all created equal...as the author of the poem Mark Twain said "We are all but human, we have all got to die, but six feet of earth, makes us all of one kind." ...MJ's good works may not be recognized in his country, I am sure God gave MJ the recognition he desrves in heaven...He was a good man 'til the end!

Larry King had asked a question to Michael Jackson's Doctor.."Are there Doctors out their that shouldn't be practicing"?

Question: What do you call a medical student with the worst grades?
Answer: Doctor!!
Does that answer your question Mr. King?

Whenever Miko is interviewed about MJ, he is totally protective of him which makes it hard for interviewers to ask difficult personal problems about MJ. Miko would always say positive things about him – that shows sincere loyalty of a true friend. Thanks Miko for being there for MJ.

I'm writing from Turkey maybe a country that you hardly remember Miko.Michael was here 16 years ago.I just wanna show that he is a real icon and legend for whole world.My love for him is really deep inside.Thanks to you Miko for being there both 25 years ago in that Pepsi Commercial and the rest of his life.You are a true,real friend of him.I am sure he loved you so much and you deserved it.But I'm also sure that you loved him very much and he deserved it.It's been 29 days since his passing.I still feel really very bad.I'm a big fan of him.I know it's hard for you to overcome this real pain inside for one who really knows him personally.Thank you for being a true friend of MJ and always defending him.Love you Michael-as you always said-from the bottom of my heart.

To : Michael's family, Michael's friends, Larry, the World.

The world is in mourning !

Michael's body is away , but his mind is present and will remain eternal all over ghe world !

His masterpieces will never go out of fashion.

Michael was unique,
Michael was generous,
Michael was a genius,
Michael was a creator,
Michael was an innovator,
Michael was an amazing musician,
Michael was an amazing singer,
Michael was an amazing dancer,
Michael was a writer.

When we listened to him, when we looked him, we all fell in love !
In one word : Michael was LOVE. He will remain in our hearts forever !

Michael was always thanking everybody but WE have to thank him for everything, for all his teaching. So let's make a little space, let's make a better place, for a better world.

Michael, thank you, thank you ! We love you. May you rest in peace.

A lot of courage to the Jackson's family and Michael's friends, with a particular thought to his Parents and his magnificent Children !

With love, Ana.

Observation : By watching the last Michael's images in his last rehearsals, we don't need to be a doctor, or to know well Michael, or to be a fan, to easily see that Michael was sick. He had first to be treated and healed before doing anything. He was first human fefore being a star. What happened ?

Commenting on Dianna's comment.
I fee the same way that you feel about AEG and Sony's making millions off the rehearal tapes. From what the media has been annoucing on T.V. that they sold the video's and that it will be coming out to the theater's Oct. 30, 2009. This is very much not so right. If they where going to show these tapes they just should had put it on TV, where everyone could had seen the last things the King of Pop done before his passing. Instead they will be making money off it, to cover all the expense they done promoting the "this is it" tour.

Also, from what I understand is that they have enought new track music MJ done in the studio, that they will again make money off for two albums/CD's. What they should be worry about is this Doctor Murray, that they hire @150,000 a month to be MJ doctor, who now is being investigated for his wrong doing probably in the cause of MJ passing.

Miko, I watch the interiew on the Larry King show, and was very happy to know that you where a personal friend of MJ's. That meant alot to see someone whom personally knew him, and that was not trying to tear down his wall with all these things, that happen in his past, which he was found NOT guilty. But the media keep's bring it up. They do not recognize all he have done for the world nation wide.

MJ, will be miss very much for his music, and the doors that he opened up with his music. I've been a fan of MJ's since I was about 10 years old and even now at 50 I am still a fan. It is very hard to think that this genius of music and dance will not be here to continue what he had started. One thing I can say is that I can still look at his videos, and listen to his music. MJ, will live on in his music and in my heart. 4 ever a fan..... R.I.P. MJ

when michael did his show in India, i was born. Still I am mj fan. I am a diehard mj fan. He surely some extra ordinary talented powers.I hope he come once again with new face but same voice and same powers.....

Thank you Larry for your coverage on Michael Jackson's death.
I need to hear about Michael every day....
It's been 1 month since he died and I just can't stop crying...
I hope one day you will have the opportunity to show to the world that Michael was not a weird man.
Larry, I think you must love Michael Jackson to do allt this...

THANK YOU SO MUCH !
take care !
Annie from France

You were an excellent friend to Micheal, it's apity you couldn't help save him in his final days.

Dear Mr. Larry,
Please express my heartfelt sympathies to Mr. Joe Jackson and his family.
I feel very very sad about all the negative stuff thats going around about Michael Jackson. Well the guy is dead, let his soul rest in peace.
Michael Jackson is a legend. His music, accomplishments and what he contributed to the music world should be appreciated.
I am a Indian, living in Qatar and everyday i feel so so sad about his death.
So please for a change start discussing good things about him. This is what the fans would like.
Thank you.
Bernadette

MIKO MAN I LOVE YOU!!!

guys think about it. everyone has to go at some point. although it's hard, it's good to know michael was good at heart. that's the most important thing. it is much better dying then having recognition, rather than dying and having no recognition at all.

Annie, i feel for you. i need to hear about michael everyday too. I turn on his music, though, and his voice is like silk. i almost fell asleep to it

i need Michael to live in this world for all of us i just want to say to Michael that i love her so much .....................................................................

Anne – who wrote on the 16th – I know you probably won't see this but I'll write it anyway. That stuff you're seeing about the child admitting he lied is false. It spread like wild-fire though. You can't believe everything you read. I'm sure it was a well meaning fan or maybe not – just somebody that didn't have anything better to do. Thanks Miko for being his friend and let's not forget Geraldo Rivera. He stood by him.

It seem Michael had some true friends like Miko, the children's godparents, chef Kai, and McCain. Thanks God Michael had his children, family, and very trusted dear friend who are speaking
lovingly about him. Copra is not one of them; what purpose does it serve for him to reveal personal conversation between him and Michael if he was not going to get him some assistance or report it to the family. If
He is so knowledgeable — why couldn't you assist your friend or get him further assistance. I WISH COPRA WOULD PIPE DOWN! Copra try to display such peace and serenity but why you couldn't assist Michael.

Miko, you were one of the loyal ones; that is true friendship and respect and love, MJ must be proud!!

Yes, I believe you were loyal to Michael, but I have problems with the fact that you claim to not have known or were unaware of Michael's prescription medication addiction. Especially since it is known that it began after the Pepsi incident, which you were obviously present for and then exacerbated by the child molestation charges. A true friend would have seen what Michael was going through and tried endlessly to help him.... going to any means necessary, even if it meant creating some distance between the two of you. Michael needed a strong backbone, someone to step up to the plate for him when he was too weak. There were too many people who enjoyed the idea of being in Michael's inner circle, a "friend" and did whatever it took to keep it that way. A true friend calls you on things and won't let you go down a path of self-destruction.....

To Miko, every time I think off that I thank you for being around and had the chance for putting your hands on (my Love) Michaels"s head. This was on my birthday and I still feel the pain of looking at Michael then on fire..by coming up from the ground with his scalp raw, bloody and the way he looked in the ambulance..imaging what was going trough himself. I saw the fire from behind smashing into his hair and I was shouting...STOP Michael FIRE IN HAIR..you Miko were there and running towards Michael..everybody looked in state off schock.. Why did pepsi do 1 more recording..I whished that we were born somewhere else cause Now We Lost It All..Michael wanted to give it all but what he was getting back was pain. ILOVEYOUMICHAELSWEETY... THANXMIKOFOREVER..

also Miko, what Michael did for your father is off such a high human quality. I can feel that so much because I had that same thing with my father. My father was your father's fan, the both were ending up with the same healthproblems and I was trying to do the same for my father to support him to take the oxygin and let my help him to push his whealchair for a walk around the garden........that thing that you feel inside that you only can cry allover the place..and willing to fight for results...I wish that I could sit with you on the bench and talk about.....we have the same feelings about MJ, our fathers and we lost them......From the day I heard Michael say..hee girl.....I was signed, seeld and delivered with his LOVE..what can I do now.......

That video was so heartbreaking, when I first saw it I felt like crying, and indeed tears fell from my eyes. Once again I saw how painful Michael's life was. I don't know how kind and gentle he could be even when he was in extreme pain. Its like not possible in the world we live in. There is not going to be another man like him, and you know what? World needs him more than ever.. I miss you so much MJ, so very much. Rest in Peace <3

I do not doubt that you were a true friend, but if as they say Micheal was back on drugs why didn't someone so close know that. Why did they not get help for Micheal? This seems as such horrific situation. I only wished someone could have saved him as I believe he was dead way before the doctor called for help. How else did people know to go to the doctor's storage unit and remove papers early?

When it comes to addiction, there is little family or friends can do when the person addicted isn't willing to get help. Unfortunately, Michael was a boss to others, anyone pressuring him to get help when he didn't want it would have been released from service. One of the huge tragedies of addiction, is that the person is unable to see that they need help, and those who love them can only stand by and try to catch the person when they fall. Unfortunately for Michael, that is exactly what happened. The only thing I try and console myself with is that he is free from all pain and sorrow now. Don't make it harder for those who loved him to grieve by wanting them to feel guilty about something they could have done nothing about

this is really sad,and we ve lost a rear gem.i miss michael so much that it looked like have known him one on one,i grew up knowing michael, his songs, watching his videos,and trying to be like him.i and my whole family miss him and the whole world miss him.miko thanks alot for your years of bein a true friend to mj and making sure he s alright..we appreciate you .

I wish I had a friend like you.

Thanks To Miko Brando for saving Michael`s life there!

Michael was lucky to have a friend there like you Miko!

Miko you are a true friend to Michael! I believe that Michael's soul will watch over you and protect you from dangers ahead!

i would like to get in touch with miko brando..can anybody help? for an interview for british tv. thanks

Leave Miko alone. He won't talk to you anyway haha