Michael Jackson Estate Hit With New Child Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

Four adult siblings allege decade-long abuse as minors

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Four adult siblings have filed a lawsuit against the estate of Michael Jackson, alleging that the late pop star sexually abused them over the course of more than a decade when they were minors. The lawsuit details claims of 'grooming and brainwashing' by Jackson, as well as explicit testimonies from the siblings about the alleged abuse that occurred in multiple locations worldwide.

Why it matters

This lawsuit represents the latest in a series of high-profile allegations against Michael Jackson's estate, raising ongoing concerns about the singer's history of alleged child sexual abuse and the continued legal battles surrounding his legacy.

The details

According to the 23-page complaint, the four siblings - Edward, Dominic, Marie-Nicole, and Aldo Cascio - claim that Jackson 'groomed and brainwashed' them using his fame, wealth, and network of employees. The lawsuit alleges that the abuse occurred in multiple locations, including Neverland Ranch, the Cascio family's New Jersey home, and during international travel tied to Jackson's tours. The siblings provided explicit testimonies about the alleged encounters, with Aldo Cascio describing one incident where Jackson 'pulled down his shorts and started performing oral sex' while he was playing a video game.

  • The lawsuit was filed on February 27, 2026.
  • A follow-up hearing is scheduled for March 5, 2026.

The players

Michael Jackson

The late pop star whose estate is being sued by the four siblings alleging child sexual abuse.

Edward, Dominic, Marie-Nicole, and Aldo Cascio

Four adult siblings who have filed a lawsuit against Michael Jackson's estate, alleging they were sexually abused by the singer as minors over the course of more than a decade.

Dominic Cascio

The father of the four siblings, who worked as a hotel manager at the Helmsley Palace in New York, where the family first met Michael Jackson.

Marty Singer

The attorney representing Michael Jackson's estate, who has strongly denied the claims and characterized the lawsuit as a 'desperate money grab'.

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What they’re saying

“I was just sitting on the bed with him during the day, and I was just playing my Game Boy. And I remember he just went to me and pulled down my shorts. It didn't stun me or anything. I remember being like, just keep playing my Game Boy, and he took down my shorts and started performing oral sex and I was still... I didn't ask him anything.”

— Aldo Cascio (Daily Mail)

“He talked about how it's very normal for men and women to be naked. He asked me to take off my clothes. So, I did what he said.”

— Marie-Nicole Cascio (Daily Mail)

What’s next

A follow-up hearing is scheduled for March 5, 2026, where the judge will likely consider the estate's response to the lawsuit.

The takeaway

This lawsuit represents the latest in a series of high-profile allegations against Michael Jackson's estate, raising ongoing concerns about the singer's history of alleged child sexual abuse and the continued legal battles surrounding his legacy. The explicit testimonies from the four siblings underscore the gravity of the claims and the need for a thorough investigation into the allegations.