In a startling revelation, Matt Fiddes, former bodyguard to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, has claimed that Jackson was quite the womanizer, despite the public perception of him as a reclusive and eccentric figure. Fiddes, who has also made headlines by alleging he is the biological father of Jackson’s youngest child, Blanket, spilled the beans on the “Stripping Off With Matt Haycox” podcast, shedding new light on Jackson’s private life.
The Hidden Romances of Michael Jackson
“Michael Jackson was a real womanizer,” Fiddes stated unequivocally. “But he was suppressed from expressing or showing any kind of interest in women because of his music label. They believed it wasn’t good for his career and would ultimately impact his female fans.” According to Fiddes, Jackson’s record label, Motown, went to great lengths to keep his romantic relationships under wraps. The label believed that any public association with women would damage his allure to his predominantly female fan base.
A Carefully Crafted Image
Fiddes painted a picture of a man whose public persona was meticulously controlled by his handlers. “We went to great lengths to hide his girlfriends and wives from the public. He was brainwashed by Motown to not be seen with a girl because if you sing with a girl, your fan base would be gone,” Fiddes explained. This strategy of keeping Jackson’s love life a secret was part of a broader effort to maintain his image as a universal heartthrob and enigmatic star.
The Martin Bashir Interview: A Turning Point
Towards the end of his life, Jackson began to resist this suppression, which led to what Fiddes describes as a “fatal decision” to work with journalist Martin Bashir. “Towards the end of his life, Michael started to get more open, which led to the fatal decision to work with Martin Bashir,” Fiddes continued. “They hoped it would help him, but it only highlighted his issues with women. In the ‘Living With Michael Jackson’ documentary, Bashir promised him things that never happened, and the footage was manipulated to fit a negative narrative.”
Allegations and Controversies
Fiddes also touched on the numerous allegations against Jackson, stating his belief in Jackson’s innocence. I did not believe the allegations against Michael as he was very into women and did not show any attraction to minors,” Fiddes asserted. This statement adds another layer to the already complex and often controversial legacy of Michael Jackson, who faced multiple accusations of child molestation throughout his career.
The Legacy of the King of Pop
These revelations from Fiddes contribute to the ongoing discourse surrounding Michael Jackson’s life and legacy. While his musical genius remains undisputed, his personal life continues to be a subject of intense scrutiny and speculation. Fiddes’ claims provide a glimpse into the hidden aspects of Jackson’s life, suggesting that the public persona of the King of Pop was, in many ways, a carefully constructed facade designed to protect his career.
Final Thoughts
For fans of Michael Jackson and followers of celebrity culture, these insights from Matt Fiddes offer a tantalizing look behind the curtain. As the world continues to remember and re-evaluate the life of Michael Jackson, stories like these remind us that even the most public figures have private lives that are often far more complicated than we can imagine.
