This Is Not an Authentic Video of Oprah Winfrey’s Interview With Michael Jackson
The Claim
A video shows Michael Jackson ignoring Oprah Winfrey during an interview.
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Social media users have widely circulated a video purporting to show Michael Jackson ignoring Oprah Winfrey during an interview.
The video has been repeatedly shared for months now.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the claim and found it to be fake. The video has been tampered with.
Many internet users believed that the video is authentic.
Michael Jackson Sings Acapella With Oprah Winfrey
Misbar’s team found the original interview, which dates back to 1993. The interview featured an impromptu performance by Michael Jackson who danced and sang Acapella for Oprah Winfrey. The original unedited video can be seen below.
"Leaving Neverland" Controversy
“Leaving Neverland” is a 2019 documentary film produced by HBO and Channel 4. The film focuses on the stories of two men who claimed they were sexually abused by Michael Jackson when they were children.
HBO broadcasted the film despite a $100 million U.S. lawsuit filed by the Jackson estate to prevent the film from airing.
Jackson family members and fans backlashed and harshly criticized Oprah Winfrey for interviewing the victims from the documentary.
Fans are still accusing Oprah Winfrey of betraying Michael Jackson.
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