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The premiere of the documentary 'Leaving Neverland' was targeted by bomb threats, which the director suggests may have been coordinated by bots. Separately, newly released photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files show Michael Jackson with Epstein, though a former security guard states Jackson did not know who Epstein was at the time.
Facts First
- Bomb threats targeted the 'Leaving Neverland' premiere, prompting a SWAT team and bomb-sniffing dogs.
- Director Dan Reed suggested many threats came from bot operations, citing suspicious Twitter handles.
- A newly released photo shows Michael Jackson with Jeffrey Epstein at Epstein's Palm Beach home in 2003.
- A former Jackson security member said the group did not know Epstein and was viewing houses in the area.
- Epstein files list Michael Jackson on a contact list but he has not been accused of related wrongdoing.
What Happened
The premiere of the documentary 'Leaving Neverland', which examines child sexual-abuse allegations against Michael Jackson, was targeted by multiple bomb threats. Security was increased with bomb-sniffing dogs and a SWAT team. Director Dan Reed told Variety that many of the threatening Twitter accounts and emails appeared to be part of a bot operation, noting handles created the day before. Separately, a photo released in 2024 as part of the Department of Justice (DOJ) Epstein Files shows Michael Jackson posing with Jeffrey Epstein at Epstein's Palm Beach home in 2003.
Why this Matters to You
If you are interested in how public discourse is shaped online, the director's claim about bot-driven threats highlights how coordinated campaigns may attempt to intimidate and silence media. For those following the ongoing revelations from the Epstein case, the release of new photos and documents may provide further context about the social circles involved, though they do not constitute new allegations against the individuals pictured.
What's Next
The Jackson estate has not responded to requests for comment on the new photo. The unsealing of Epstein files is likely to continue, potentially releasing more documents and photos that could provide additional context about the case. Public and media scrutiny of the connections detailed in these files is expected to persist.