Jackson defence 'to call on Culkin'

Last updated at 16:01 20 April 2005


Michael Jackson's defence team will call Home Alone star Macaulay Culkin to give evidence in the pop star's child molestation trial, it has been claimed.

Lawyers reportedly want him to refute testimony by former Neverland staff who claim they saw Jackson engage in inappropriate behaviour with the former child actor.

Culkin, now 24, has repeatedly denied being abused by the pop star who befriended him in the early 1990s. His spokeswoman has indicated that he does not intend to take part in the trial.

Subpoena

But if he does not volunteer to give evidence at Santa Maria court, California, a subpoena will be served, sources told the Celebrity Justice

website.

Jackson's former chef has claimed he once caught the pop star with his hand down Culkin's pants.

A former maid has recalled seeing Jackson kissing Culkin's cheek, his hand resting on the child's bottom.

The defence is expected to launch its case next week and has indicated an intention to call a host of celebrities to the stand to talk up Jackson's good character and love of children.

Stars including Liza Minnelli, Liz Taylor, Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross have all been listed as potential witnesses.

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