Category 2: Career (Entry 3)

Michael Jackson’s career was slowly declining and declining.  In 2001 his new album “Invincible” was released. Although it received good views, Jackson’s oddness and behavior overshadowed his work. “He often appeared in public wearing a surgical mask, and he hid his children’s faces under veils.” (BIO Michael Jackson) In 2003 he was arrested and charged with child molestation again. (Jackson,Michael) “Facing 10 counts in all, he was charged with lewd conduct with a minor, attempted lewd conduct, administering alcohol to facilitate molestation, and conspiracy to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion.” (BIO Michael Jackson) Finally in 2005, Jackson was acquitted. His fans went crazy when Michael was accused this time. The paparazzi went nuts, camera crews everywhere, protestors on every corner on the day of the crime. His true fans wanted the “King of Pop” to go free. Macaulay Culkin, longtime friend of Michael’s protested for him and said Jackson was innocent. He never tried anything at the Neverland Ranch, and it was all a scandal. Although all charges of Michael Jackson’s were dropped, his reputation was forever destroyed. Many could not get passed this trial and the odd quirks he some to pursue. His finances were falling apart. Bills upon bills were everywhere. He was unable to maintain even basic finances. He was in desperate need of help. He got help from the Prince of Bahrain with some expenses. Yet this was not enough to save his overall career. Michael’s reputation was destroyed and he was in debt. Once at the top, Michael finally hit rock bottom.