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Michael Jackson's Ex-Confidant Accused of $213M Extortion

7/15/2025

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Frank Cascio, a former confidant of Michael Jackson, stands accused of trying to extort a staggering $213 million from the late star's estate. After once defending Jackson against abuse claims, Cascio reportedly threatened to unveil damaging allegations in the wake of the controversial 2019 documentary "Leaving Neverland." The estate is fighting back, refusing to be coerced into submission.

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Frank Cascio, a former confidant of Michael Jackson, stands accused of trying to extort a staggering $213 million from the late star's estate. After once defending Jackson against abuse claims, Cascio reportedly threatened to unveil damaging allegations in the wake of the controversial 2019 documentary "Leaving Neverland." The estate is fighting back, refusing to be coerced into submission.