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SECRET documents reveal that Jacko's bizarre Neverland home and zoo cost him £12m a year to run.
He bought the estate in 1987 for £11.3m and paid £972,050.606 a month for its upkeep.
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A summary of outstanding accounts handed to the News of World reveal a payroll of £32,000 a month for 54 staff.
Monthly vets' bills often topped £41,000. Drynest Animal Bedding supplied shavings for ELEPHANT BEDDING at £1,667 a month.
Another £5,000 a month went in HAY bills for horses and camels. Oddly, Jacko paid £1,866 per month for TIGER MEAT from Natutral Balance Pet Foods, though he didn't keep tigers.
NEVERLAND: Swallowed funds
Medical insurance for employees ran to over £74,000 a month because they feared being mauled or infected by tropical diseases.
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Accounts also reveal that Jacko spent just ober £25,000 on tailored suits for court appearances.
The family: 'Our pain just can't be described'
THE Jackson family spoke of their sadness late last night in their first public statement since Jermaine confirmed his brother's death on Thursday.
They said Michael would "live on" in the hearts of his fans around the world.
Put out by Jacko's dad Joe, the statement read: "In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter.
"Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon.
"It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times.
"We miss Michael endlessly, our pain cannot be described in words. But Michael would not want us to give up now.
"So we want to thank all of his faithful supporters and loyal fans worldwide.
"Please do not despair, because Michael will continue to live on in each and every one of you. Continue to spread his message,"
It ended: "In addition, Joseph Jackson wishes to personally convey: 'My grandchildren are deeply moved by all the love and support you have shown for them and their father, Michael Jackson'."
Morgue strips away his mask
THE dead star's true appearance was finally unmasked on the mortuary table.
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Investigators working for the Los Angeles County coroner were the first beyond his immediate circle to see him with his thick layers of make-up removed.
Since the early 1980s Jacko had never been seen in public without heavy foundation - and increasingly rarely without a mask, as pictured.
Sources reveal they found "significant" scarring to his face, the likely result of many years of surgery. Investigators also reported bruising on his chest, consistant with the two resuscitation attempts to revive him.
Yet despite this, Jackson's body appeared, in general, to be healthier and stronger than investigators expected for a person with so many documented medical issues.
There were no obvious signs of a heart attack, which was first reported as a possible cause when death was announced. While Jackson's body was kept at the coroner's mortuary it was locked in its own crypt. But coroner's investigator Jerry McKibben said that the body was finally returned to the family on Friday night and was moved to an undisclosed mortuary.
La Toya: 'I knew he'd be first to go'
GRIEVING La Toya Jackson sobbed last night: "I always suspected Michael would be the first brother to go.
"I think we always had a feeling that he was almost too special to stay with us on earth for long. We're going through hell and we miss him."
Speaking to a friend, La Toya, 53, also spoke of the feud with Jacko that kept them estranged in the 1990s.
"Thank God we healed the rift," she added. "I regret our lost years. I'll never get them back."
La Toya, pictured at the hospital where Jacko was declared dead, also revealed how the Jackson clan is banding together to protect his children . . . and money.
"His children are Jacksons and that's how it's going to stay," she told her pal. We don't want anything Michael earned, we just want to make sure his babies will have everything they ever wanted."
The Jacksons are now planning to set up a trust that will provide for Blanket, seven, Paris, 11, and Prince Michael, 12.
La Toya's friend added: "Michael's father Joseph is nearly 80 but he's still calling the shots and letting the boys do the legwork."
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This article has 21 comments
michael forever i love you
By lena. Posted August 2 2009 at 4:10 PM.
what gives you that idea?,
By Jane Fargo. Posted July 21 2009 at 4:52 AM.
thank you dear friend,
By Penny Toy. Posted July 21 2009 at 4:52 AM.
jQNdOF thank you dear friend,
By Christina Vettori. Posted July 20 2009 at 9:43 PM.
Michael jackson king of pop you rule!
By kris. Posted July 19 2009 at 3:26 PM.
we have to follow his foot steps as he was example for all of us god bless jacko family.
By saif said shuely. Posted July 11 2009 at 9:12 AM.
Michael, you are really a gift from God. It is so sad that people continue to say bad things about you but I don't believe any of it. I see you as someone who really love kids and peace, because that is what kids is all about. May you rest in peace and I pray that your children be given the strength during this trying times. Love you Michael
By Debbie. Posted July 7 2009 at 8:24 AM.
michael i loved u sso much u brought me up in way wen ever my dad hit me r shouted at me i wud go up into my bedroom put ur songs on and every thing wud be alright u made me realise ye lifes not so bad ill get ther in end. hope fully people will leave you alone and let u be u deserve a gud rest ur in a better place no more stories although there still ppl saying crap.... rest in peace jackson lv u lvd ur music u will live on in my heart a place just 4 u just wish ppl will leave him alone doesnt deserve had anuf crap i his life and he dunt need it wen he gone either no matter wot any 1 says ill always lv you gne but not 4gotten lv you xxxxx
By hayley. Posted July 5 2009 at 8:06 PM.
Michael was a miracle!!!! His family is nothing, completely ZERO without him... His "dad", if anyone can call him a dad is a monster. He never cared about Michael... He is disgusting person, I even can't describe him as a human being, laughing, smiling and talking about money after his son was dead.... I couldn't believe .... disgusting people...
MJ's music will live forever!!! Only one person who deserve applause is Michael!! I never believed in any accusations which was made against Michael. Only one thing I believe, that people around him wasn't faithful and never really wanted to help him...
People are cruel.... and they judge for everything... without thinking....
By Gita. Posted July 5 2009 at 3:52 PM.
R.i.P. i dont think so more and more stories are coming out its so sick that people do this give Micheal a break, he isnt here to defend himself just leave him alone give him the peace hes always wanted remember him for all the good reasons not the things he was accussed of lets hope these people have a lot of sleepless nights.your music will live on forever god bless micheal xxxxxxx
By dorothy williams. Posted July 5 2009 at 2:10 PM.
Michael, you left a footprint in my life that will stay with me eternally. I promise to learn and change my own life from one driven by success but filled with a sad loneliness to one that celebrates every hour and breath I have left. Thank you and pray that our Lord draws you close to him and takes care of the bruises and pain. Though i am sad u r gone - You are free now!!!!!
By Letch. Posted July 5 2009 at 12:00 PM.
whatever anyone thinks of thim he is someones Son, Brother and Father, Rip Micheal x
By gemma. Posted July 4 2009 at 10:09 PM.
I will miss Micheal so greatly! Lets not judge him coz he had his own inner issues just like anyone of us, lets really concetrate on his outside and what he contributed to the world including being the father of modern music, dance and videography!!
Will miss u man
By Ronald Reagan Namanya. Posted July 2 2009 at 1:33 PM.
There’s no one to blame but the father Joe who is too ambitious, without realizing the consequences. Father Joes is the one I can say addicted, addicted in money and fame.
It is so sad that we won’t be able to see the pop icon in concert. However we should rejoice for his new life. I guess he suffered enough in this world. Who knows, he might have reborn and this time in a life that he always wanted to be.
HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEART….HE IS NOW IN THE HANDS OF GOD….
By cristina. Posted July 1 2009 at 5:28 AM.
Michael will always be remembered for the good things he did....He was truly the King of Pop...and there wont be anyone like him in future....He was a legend...much bigger star then Elvis and Beatles....he didnot deserve to die this way.....This addiction to so many medicines really took its toll in the end...Anyway now he can rest in peace in heaven...
By Bose. Posted June 30 2009 at 1:00 PM.
michael u wil be missed i really loved umusic i love u
By laurell. Posted June 30 2009 at 1:31 AM.
God bless Michael, may you find peace in heaven, im so glad you are out of this hell you were in, R.I.P. The King Of Pop xxxxxx
By Amanda T.. Posted June 29 2009 at 6:58 PM.
Our whole family from the Sangha and Phal family loved you from the first day we saw you perform either in concert or on T.V there will never ever be another Micheal Jackson his music,singing,dancing, he had the whole package. Its a shame that people took advantage of him what goes around comes around to those who did, everyone is going to die one day no one is here forever. God bless you and the one's that really loved you, Micheal thank you are incrediable R.I.P GOD IS WITH YOU NOW NO ONE CAN HARM YOU ANY MORE!
By P Sangha. Posted June 29 2009 at 4:36 PM.
Michael, you will be missed and will always be in our hearts. I hope you are singing and dancing wherever you are. Rest in peace and God be with you, your children and family. Thanks for a wonderful ride over the years. Thanks Jacko.
By Roseline Villizu. Posted June 29 2009 at 1:31 PM.
i cant beleive you did them bad things but you will always be in my mind so rest in peace
kkkiiiiinnnnggggg ooofffffff pppppppooooooooppppp
loved ur songs
rest in peace
By natasha. Posted June 28 2009 at 11:21 PM.
Michael i miss you so much i am only 12 and i was a huge fan, i still am
Michael i will neva forget you, your music is mine and you will live foreva
just like u wanted to
god bless you michael
and rest in piece xxxxxxxx
this time im saying : " i love you "
By April . Posted June 28 2009 at 7:57 PM.