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More Stories. However, it was previously claimed his 'paranoid' mother Katherine had actually had his body cremated in order to deter grave robbers and his coffin is actually empty. An insider continued to the publication: 'The family has kept the secret for safety reasons and to fulfil Michael's wishes. But Katherine has privately revealed the truth to trusted friends.
It was also claimed that as well as his ashes being placed into jewelry for his children, it was also scattered at his infamous ranch, Neverland. Meanwhile, it was previously reported Michael's children still continue to live their lives thinking the King of Pop is still around spiritually and is 'looking down upon them.
Meanwhile, the late star's reputation has came under intense scrutiny since the release of the shock documentary Leaving Neverland released earlier this year.
Thursday's service began 90 minutes past the announced start time, leaving dozens of celebrities -- including Elizabeth Taylor -- waiting in their seats for the 26 cars carrying the Jackson clan to arrive.
Gallery: Invitation for Jackson's service ». It began with Jackson's five brothers -- each wearing a single sequined glove -- carrying his flower-covered bronze casket onto the outdoor stage among six large bouquets of white lilies and white roses, along with green topiaries. His three children, led by daughter, Paris, 11, placed a crown atop their father's coffin, which a family spokesman said it was "to signify the final resting place of the King of Pop.
Jackson's children, parents and siblings took their seats in the front row, while his nieces and nephews filled several rows of white chairs behind them. What was said by Jackson's father, Joe Jackson, and others who took the lectern is not publicly known, because the family barred news cameras from the ceremony. A family statement issued afterward said close friends and family, including the Rev.
Al Sharpton, spoke "spontaneously to celebrate Michael's life. News helicopters hovering above captured video from a distance, but without sound.
Watch media cover Jackson funeral ». Lisa Marie Presley, one of Jackson's former wives and the daughter of Elvis, attended the service, according to the family statement. It did not mention Debbie Rowe, Jackson's second wife and the mother of his two oldest children. Macaulay Culkin, the "Home Alone" actor who spent time with Jackson during his Neverland Ranch days, was there with his girlfriend, actress Mila Kunis. Motown founder Berry Gordy, who gave Jackson and his brothers their first big record deal, and Quincy Jones, who produced Jackson's "Thriller" album, were there.
Music producer Teddy Riley, who helped with Jackson's "Dangerous" album, attended.
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