Michael Jackson’s “second family” files abuse lawsuit
Four siblings are suing Jackson’s estate after standing by him for years.
From The Times
April 24, 2026

In 2010, Oprah Winfrey had three of the Cascio siblings on her show to discuss Michael Jackson. The Cascios had been, they often said, Jackson’s “second family.”

“Were there ever any improprieties with you and Michael Jackson?” Winfrey asked them.

They responded in unison: “Never.”

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Now they say he sexually assaulted them. →

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