This segment of the magazine was given the title of “Watchmen On The Wall” because the “Watchmen” are people, in
the Michael Jackson Community, who watch the activities of the fans in the community. These persons pay close attention to the conversations that tend to stir or arouse strong debates or arguments. The Watchmen generally keep their
opinions to themselves and only observe.
The opinions which have no foundation of truth or can not be verified are those that
have, among many, caused unnecessary divisions. Although the Watchmen’s opinions are just that perhaps some sense can be made out of the thoughts they have to
offer. We hope so. All Watchmen will remain anonymous to avoid confusion or more
strong debates. These thoughts are merely the opinions of real people/fans. Just
think of it as you would the “Dear Abby” column. Dear Abby gives her opinion but at
the end of the day it is still just an opinion. One major topic, in the community, which
seem to cause a great deal of distress and unrest is:
Was Michael Jackson Gay, Straight, on the Down-Low or Asexual?
I’m happy for the opportunity to address some of the rumors and myths concerning Michael Jackson; and especially this one.
This is one of the most talked about and argued about topic in the Michael Jackson community. I imagine it not to be
strange that fans and nonfans would like to have the answer to this question. This Watchman doesn’t have the answer
but here are my thoughts on this matter.
If he was “Gay” that would make the gay fans happy. This group can then fantasize about how they could have had a
sexual relationship with him. If he was straight or heterosexual that would make those who are straight or heterosexual
extremely happy. Michael Jackson being straight would mean he had sex with
only women and they can fantasize about having sex with him; or that would
mean he didn’t have sex with other men or little boys. Those on the down-low
side of the coin would be okay with that, but then some would question whether
he could have molested children or little boys since he couldn't make up his mind.
If he truly was asexual, so what? It doesn’t make him gay, straight or on the down
-low. It would only mean that he chose to abstain. Oh, but that couldn’t be true.
Michael Jackson loved women and he really did have sex with women. Many
would fall into a deep state of depression having to admit that Michael Jackson
may not have had sex with anyone, So then it would seem that he was not really
loved among his fans as they claim. He is still in a position of being what others
think he should be and if he can’t be the way I want him to be I can not be a part
of this community. Therefore, I say your love for him was/is based on a certain condition.
The big question, to those who wonder or who choose to argue about Michael’s sexual orientation, is what difference
does it make? Are you going to love and respect him any less? If you knew the correct answer what woul d you do with it
and what could you possibly do about it? Would you attempt to change him if he didn’t fit into the sexual category you
thought was the best one? Why can’t he just be loved without him having to have been someone we fantasize him to be?
We all can keep our fantasies. No one can take those away. They are ours to keep and mold as we so desire, but why
do we have to fight over what sexual preference Michael chose? Doesn’t he deserve to have some secrets? Didn’t he
have the right to allow everyone to think whatsoever they chose without him having to reveal anything? We all have
choices and can do as we please but allow me to encourage you to leave it alone. It doesn’t matter. He’s still the “King of
Pop” and his message is still “Love”.
~ Anonymous Watchman~
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