Michael Jackson's rumored love child, Omer Bhatti, has revealed how the star made him his "honorary" son after inviting him to move in with him years ago.
Omer Bhatti, 25, hails from Norway, and lived at Neverland ranch for eight years. Rumors say Jackson fathered him during a one-night stand with his mom, Pia.
But he says there is no biological link between them, despite the rumors that he is Jackson's secret son. He says the music legend was just his "best friend."
Omer, who still lives in Norway, reveals that Jackson used to say that he was "like a son" to him and thinks that must be the reason for the love child rumors.
Confiding in a close friend from Oslo, Omer Bhatti said: “Michael Jackson is not my father. He and I were just very, very close. He was my best friend.”
Omer was a guest of honor at Jackson’s memorial service in L.A. two weeks ago – sitting along with the pop legend’s closest relatives in the front row.
“Michael always used to say I was like a son to him,” he said. “But my true parents are in Norway. The reason I was asked to sit with his family at the memorial service is because I was Michael’s closest friend – not because I am his son.”
Bhatti also confided in a girl pal: “Michael was such a special person to me and I cannot believe he is gone, I am in total shock. I have lost weight because I cannot eat anything. All I can think about is how Michael died.”
Omer Bhatti says he moved to Neverland Ranch in 1996 after Michael Jackson met him and his parents in Tunisia where 12-year-old Omer had been on holiday.
Jackson was so taken with Omer, who he dubbed "Little Michael," that he had the adolescent boy, his mother, father and sister move to L.A. with him immediately.
Michael gave Omer’s mum Pia a job as a nanny for his son Prince Michael and employed dad Huayoun as a driver. Meanwhile, he and Omer grew very, very close.
Another of Omer’s friends, Ricky Harlow, also reveals how Omer’s bond with Jackson grew so strong that he shared the star’s bed – while his family stayed in a cottage in a different part of the sprawling Neverland complex.
Amazingly, the sleepovers took place at a time when Michael Jackson was still reeling from allegations that he had molested 13-year-old Jordan Chandler.
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107 Comments
July 26th, 2009 11:32 AM
So Michael was the first to have a mini-me?
Well, I don't care what anybody says but when you put Blanket's and Omer's photos a young age side by side, the resemblance is uncanny. They have to share some DNA. They come from the same gene pool. Omer's parents? Just sayin'
July 26th, 2009 11:41 AM
This is good that Omer has spoken on this,because the news was already getting twisted ,stories ,the truth is runs marathons,lies run sprints'
July 26th, 2009 12:50 PM
Действительно полезный пост, спасибо.
July 26th, 2009 1:59 PM
If Omer says Michael Jackson is not his father then we should believe him. Is there anything wrong is Michael was close to him?
July 26th, 2009 2:17 PM
This report is based on a questionable tabloid site mirror.co.uk that received this information from a supposed friend who claims to know Bhatti. I don't buy it until I see a report that has direct quote from Bhatti or hear the biological refute coming directly from him.
July 26th, 2009 2:55 PM
Call2U:
1. the dude is white
2. why would the newspaper make up a story saying he's denying it, when it's obviously more scandalous if he IS his son?
July 26th, 2009 3:55 PM
Jackson's boy toy would be more like it.
July 26th, 2009 6:46 PM
Shanni you're an idiot. Do yourself a favor and educate yourself. Read the factual book with the complete court transcripts and entangled stories of the accusers. Michael Jackson Conspiracy.
Plus do a youtube search for "Backstabbing Bashir "Michael Jackson the interview, The footage you were never meant to see"
in part 7 Garvizo's mother says the whole family's relationship with Michael was totally pure.
A little education goes a long way.
July 27th, 2009 10:09 AM
If you have a penchant for small boys, choose one that looks a little like your post-surgery (white) self and then dress him up as a miniature version of yourself, there's a fair chance of creating a passing resemblance.
July 27th, 2009 1:47 PM
@Call2U..
Sing with me now...
Billie jean IS NOT his lover
She's just a girl who claims that he is the one....
BUT the kid IS NOT his son...hee hee!
Omer IS NOT HIS SON period, point blank, HE IS SAYING IT HIMSELF...now can we please move on?
P.S, Websites like UK'S Daily mirror dont print these types of stories claiming to have quotes from people if thier false in fear of being sued. So your arguement is "questionable" itself.