With a new biopic coming out next year, the Michael Jackson estate has begun legal action after a former associate of the pop star reportedly demanded a payment of $213 million to stop him going public with new abuse allegations.

Michael Jackson’s estate has reportedly filed a legal action against a man allegedly threatening to air abuse accusations unless paid $213 million

Michael Jackson’s estate is suing a former associate who has threatened to make new allegations of sexual misconduct against the pop icon unless he is paid $213 million (£160 million).

The King of Pop’s legacy has generated $3bn since his death but remains overshadowed by child sex abuse claims