Acclaimed music producer Mark Ronson has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry with a startling revelation about his childhood encounter with the late pop icon Michael Jackson.
In a candid interview for the upcoming BBC documentary series 'How to Be a Music Mogul', Ronson details an unsettling meeting that occurred when he was just 13 years old during Jackson's 1987 'Bad' tour stop in Paris.
The Unforgettable Hotel Encounter
Ronson describes being invited to Jackson's hotel suite alongside his childhood friend, the son of Jackson's then-manager. What began as an exciting opportunity to meet his musical idol quickly turned into what Ronson characterizes as an 'uncomfortable' experience that has stayed with him for decades.
'It was uncomfortable,' Ronson confessed during the documentary filming. 'He was just one of the most amazing people I had ever seen, but there was this weird... feeling.'
A Lasting Impact
Now 48, Ronson reflects on how this encounter took on new meaning following the serious child abuse allegations that emerged against Jackson in later years, particularly those detailed in the controversial 2019 documentary 'Leaving Neverland'.
'When you're 13, you're just like, ''This is a little bit weird,''' Ronson explained. 'But as an adult looking back on it, especially after watching 'Leaving Neverland', it definitely makes you view things through a different lens.'
Industry-Wide Reckoning
Ronson's confession comes amid ongoing conversations about inappropriate behaviour in the music industry and the complex legacy of Michael Jackson's career. His willingness to speak publicly about this experience adds another voice to the discussion about protecting young fans and industry newcomers.
The full interview will air in the BBC's four-part series, offering unprecedented insight into the music business and the sometimes problematic encounters that occur behind the scenes.
