HOTEL D’ANGLETERRE – GENEVE
MICHAEL JACKSON
June 10, 2000: Thanks to Wayne Nagin and his brother, then bodyguards for Michael Jackson
Ben Jack’son had the opportunity for an exceptional meeting in Geneva after three days of waiting.
Ben was able to deliver his videos, photos, and a personal letter to Michael through his bodyguards. On the third day, Michael Jackson left his hotel.
Out of respect for his privacy, Ben chose not to photograph him at that moment, as he was accompanied by his children Prince and Paris, whose faces he covered with masks at the time to protect them from paparazzi.
At that time, Michael’s entourage consisted of his bodyguards Wayne Nagin and his brother, his driver, and his personal assistant, Grace Rwaramba. In the end, Michael’s security allowed a photo to be taken from a distance, as he discreetly left the hotel through the kitchen at the rear of the building.
A few minutes later, Ben approaches Michael Jackson's van and follows him for about a hundred metres to the traffic lights.
Ben was also able to say goodbye to him, but he also managed to amuse him!
On the pavement, he discreetly performed a few dance steps, without attracting the attention of passers-by.
In the reflection of the van's windows, you can even see Ben waving to Michael Jackson.
A few minutes later, Ben approached Michael Jackson’s van and followed it for about a hundred meters to a traffic light.
Perhaps only four or five people were present around the hotel at that moment and realized it was Michael Jackson. Of course, his bodyguards had to ensure the confidentiality of the move, so stopping the car — even for an autograph — was therefore impossible, unfortunately.
But he also knew how to entertain him! On the sidewalk, he discreetly performed a few dance steps without drawing the attention of passers-by.
A few minutes later, Ben approached Michael Jackson’s van and followed it for about a hundred meters to a traffic light.
Peut-être 4 ou 5 personnes étaient présentes autour de l’hôtel à ce moment-là et ont compris qu’il s’agissait de Michael Jackson ! Bien sûr, les gardes du corps devaient assurer la confidentialité de ce déplacement, l’arrêt de la voiture, ne serait-ce que pour un autographe était donc impossible, malheureusement
. Crédit photo : Ben Jack’son – Hotel d’Angleterre – Genève – 10 Juin 2000 – 15h42 .
Years later, in 2015, Ben was able to discover the next part occupied by Michael Jackson and his entourage.
He was staying on the third floor (central balcony). Most of the items from the suite have been preserved, such as the small statue of Napoleon on the table.
JOE JACKSON
As part of the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, on May 19, 2015, Ben Jack’son met Michael Jackson’s father, Joe Jackson, dined at his table, and performed a show in front of him.
JERMAINE JACKSON
On Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at the Cannes Film Festival (70th edition), Ben Jack’son met and performed in front of Jermaine Jackson, one of Michael Jackson’s famous brothers from the legendary Jackson 5.
It was an opportunity for him to talk about his passion for their music and to show him some of the collectibles he owns, which he signed with pleasure and surprise.
Show de 9mn ( The Way you make me feel et version spéciale de Billie Jean )
19 Janvier 2013 : JACKSON DAY – Bordeaux
Ben Jack’son was invited for Jackson Day: the promotion of the concert by Jermaine Jackson, Michael’s brother, and David Serero in Bordeaux, as well as the inauguration of the first two officially licensed Michael Jackson slot machines.
In front of the MJ machines, with Jermaine Jr Jackson, son of Jermaine Jackson and nephew of Michael Jackson, and David Serero, producer of Jermaine Jackson in France with whom he recorded the duet album “I Wish You Love”.
The book You Are Not Alone: Michael –
The book You Are Not Alone: Michael – Through a Brother’s Eyes, written by Jermaine Jackson, has just been reissued. In this moving work, he shares his memories and intimate perspective on the life of his brother, the legendary Michael Jackson. Ben Jack’son had the opportunity to meet Jermaine Jackson, who even signed his copy of the book as well as several vinyl records. A precious memory.
