Michael Jackson

Pop music icon (1958-2009), "King of Pop," one of the most influential entertainers of all time. His name appeared in Epstein's contacts and documents, though the nature and extent of any connection remains unclear. Jackson faced his own allegations of child sexual abuse, for which he was acquitted in 2005. No evidence has emerged of substantive involvement with Epstein's activities. His inclusion in Epstein's contact book may reflect Epstein's practice of collecting famous names and contact information.