1993: Michael Jackson is hit with his first allegation of child sexual abuse, involving 13‑year‑old Jordan Chandler.

After more than a year of legal warfare between Jackson and the Chandler family, the case ends in a financial settlement. The media brands him guilty on sight but is that the real story?

Who was the real man behind the King of Pop?

In this episode, we open the gates of Neverland to uncover the truth behind the legend.

1991 : Michael Jackson is the biggest music star on the planet absolutely nothing can stop him.

He’s reached a new level, earning the title “King of Pop.”

If the artist fascinates the world, the man behind the legend remains a mystery.

Throughout the early ’90s, MJ becomes a true “charismatic enigma.”

PREVIOUSLY ON FATES OF LEGENDS

He’s the man behind the best‑selling album of all time and now, all eyes are on him. After one last victory lap with his brothers, Michael dives into the challenge of creating the follow‑up to Thriller. With rising competition, criticism over his changing appearance, and a wave of media‑fueled rumors, Michael is more BAD than ever…"

Disappointed at not being recognized for his true worth, Michael Jackson is determined this time to make history.
To do it, he once again turns to Quincy Jones and Bruce Swedien.
Together, they hold nothing back in an effort to “save the record industry.”

Nearly 200 songs are considered.
Gang members.
A groundbreaking short film.

All of it leads to one ambitious project:

Thriller.

After leaving Motown, the Jackson brothers are looking for a fresh start and sign with Epic Records.
At the same time, Michael reconnects with a familiar face — and takes his first decisive steps toward standing apart from his brothers.

Michael and his brothers are about to appear on national television.
A once in a lifetime chance to be seen by all of America.
But their father, Joseph Jackson, cancels it all.

Instead: Motown Records.

Sign a deal.And change their life … Forever

Michael reveals the violence he suffered from his father during his childhood...

On August 29, 1958, Michael Jackson was born. He quickly developed a strong interest in music. Obsessed with dreams of fame and determined to lift his family out of hardship, Joseph, the head of the Jackson family, would do everything in his power to exploit his sons’ talent, even if it meant sacrificing part of their childhood…