Fans dried my tears, says Michael Jackson

Micheal Jackson inhis first first public statement since being acquitted of child sex abuse charges, Michael Jackson thanked his fans for the support he said “dried my tears” during the four-month trial.

JACKSON took to cyberspace to thank his fans for the love and support that “dried my tears'’ during his four-month child molestation trial. In a statement posted on his Web site over the weekend, the self-proclaimed King of Pop, 46, said he could not have made it through “without God, my children, my family and you, my fans.'’ It was signed, “love, Michael Jackson.'’ For that personal touch.

The statement was posted on his official website on Sunday. It read:

“Without God, my children, my family and you, my fans, I could not have made it through. Your love, support and loyalty made it all possible.”

“You were there when I really needed you. I will never forget you. Your ever-present love held me, dried my tears, and carried me through.”

“I will treasure your devotion and support forever. You are my inspiration. Love, Michael Jackson.”