STATEMENT  OF  RAYMONE K. BAIN

REGARDING THE LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST MICHAEL J. JACKSON

IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

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Washington, DC (May 5, 2009) ……  “It is with deep regret that I find  myself in this place, having to file a lawsuit against my longtime employer, and someone whom I have greatly admired and respected, Michael Jackson.

“Over the years, as Mr. Jackson’s Spokesperson and General Manager, sometimes during periods of critical and adverse circumstances, I have been his voice to media, fans, supporters, business interests and associates as well as those who dislike, misunderstand and constantly malign him. I have also been the constant defender against those who have, in the past,

attacked him in any fashion or form.  Regardless of who you are, I believe you are entitled to a brief explanation about why I felt compelled, at this time, to take the action I have taken.

“Mr. Jackson and I have had a long, productive and mutually beneficial business relationship.

“We have experienced quite a lot together, from the child molestation trial in Santa Maria, to transitions from the United States to Bahrain, Bahrain to Ireland,  Ireland back to the United States…and, all in between.  At almost every step of the way, we have had constant detractors and naysayers. Throughout this relationship, I did not look at him as just a client, but a family

member, a fact that I, and others who were a part of the Jackson team, always considered, when making numerous personal sacrifices, and when making any decisions which would affect him and his children.  For this reason, many of you will not understand my actions.

“Unfortunately, Mr. Jackson has elected not to honor the financial obligations of our contractual relationship, despite my numerous attempts to amicably resolve this matter.  I have done everything possible to avoid this unhappiness and distraction…I have been left no choice.

“This lawsuit will result in some discussion about the relationship between Mr. Jackson and me.  Hypothetical theories, accusations and rumors, if gauging from the past, will be many.  However, all of these will be replaced in court with the truth.

“On a personal note, I would like to thank all of the individuals who have given so much of their time, assistance and effort, to help me throughout the Jackson years.  To the Jackson fans who have written letters to me, thank you, and I wish you all the best.

“Despite the action I have been compelled to take for professional and business reasons, when looking back, I have no regrets.  Michael Jackson, in my opinion, is the ‘King of Pop,’ and I wish him, and his family, only the very best.”

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STATEMENT OF RAYMONE K. BAIN

REGARDING THE LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST

MICHAEL J. JACKSON

IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT

FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Washington, D.C. (May 5, 2009) ……  “It is with deep regret that I find myself at this place, having to file a lawsuit against my longtime employer, and someone whom I have greatly admired and respected, Michael Jackson.

“Mr. Jackson and I have had a long, productive and mutually beneficial business relationship. 

“Unfortunately, Mr. Jackson has elected not to honor the financial obligations of our contractual relationship, despite my numerous attempts to amicably resolve this matter.  I am sincerely disappointed in Mr. Jackson’s failure to honor his obligations.

“This lawsuit will result in some discussion about the relationship between Mr. Jackson and me.  Hypothetical theories, accusations and rumors, if gauging from the past, will be many.  However, all of these will be replaced in court with the truth.

“On a personal note, I would like to thank all of the individuals who have given so much of their time and effort to assist me throughout the Jackson years.  I thank you for your support and prayers.  To the Jackson fans who have written letters to me, thank you, and I wish you all the best.

“Despite the action I have been compelled to take for professional and business reasons, when looking back, I have no regrets.  Michael Jackson, in my opinion, is the ‘King of Pop,’ and I wish him, and his family, only the best.”

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