Michael Jackson's Former Longtime Public Relations Agent Breaks His Silence in an Interview With Diane Sawyer, Good Morning America, Wednesday June 22

Michael Jackson's Former Longtime Public Relations Agent Breaks His Silence in an Interview With Diane Sawyer, Good Morning America, Wednesday June 22

NEW YORK, June 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Bob Jones, former PR agent to Michael Jackson, will appear on Good Morning America on Wednesday June 22 in his first-ever full length interview about Michael Jackson. Jones, the most visible and well-known representative for Michael Jackson throughout his career, was former head of PR for not only Jackson, but also for The Jackson 5 in the years before Michael's solo career. Jones was not just an insider, but a confidant of the family-and the only one to have never signed a confidentiality agreement.

Jones, with Stacy Brown, has authored Michael Jackson: The Man Behind the Mask. A true insider's account from Jackson's own former public relations agent-a man who has been by Michael's side for the last 34 years, Michael Jackson: The Man Behind the Mask (SelectBooks, $21.95) provides the inside story behind the rumors, accusations, ugliness and mystery surrounding Michael Jackson.

Because of his unique position at Jackson's right hand, author Bob Jones is the one person in the world who can legitimately offer such a naked inside view of the world the King of Pop has created for himself. The drastic changes in his appearance, his bizarre Neverland ranch, his relationships with a series of young boys-from poor kids with serious health problems to famous child actors-all of it is laid bare and discussed in detail by one of the only people besides Jackson who was there for it all.

Bob Jones was Michael Jackson's public relations chief for 34 years, as well as Executive Vice President of Jackson's entertainment company. Having worked with Michael both as a solo artist and as a member of The Jackson 5, Bob Jones has been the most visible and well-known representative for Michael throughout his career. He was also instrumental in creating Jackson's contemporary persona, and was the first to dub Jackson the "King of Pop" in the early 90's. Because of their long-standing relationship, Bob Jones is in the unique position of being able to offer an honest and comprehensive look behind the scenes and into the truth of what goes on at the Neverland ranch.

Currently an analyst/consultant for MSNBC, Stacy Brown is the co-author of the book, Blind Faith: The Miraculous Journey of Lula Hardaway and her son, Stevie Wonder. A longtime friend and confidante of the Jackson family, he now lives in New York with his family.

SelectBooks is an independent book publisher based in New York. For review copy requests, please contact Maryglenn McCombs by phone (615) 297-9875, or by email -- maryglenn@maryglenn.com

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CONTACT: Maryglenn McCombs for SelectBooks, +1-615-297-9875, or maryglenn@maryglenn.com

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