Nearly a dozen of Michael Jackson's fans have reportedly committed suicide following the King Of Pop's sudden death. Australians fans are said to be seeking help from a suicide prevention hotline, US media reported Tuesday. At least 50 callers seeking help from suicide prevention hotline Lifeline Australia have told counsellors that Jackson's death on June 26 has left them distressed. Gary Taylor from London, who owns Jackson's's online fan club has said that he was aware of about 12 suicides following the performer's death. "It is a serious situation that these people are going through but Michael Jackson would never want this," News.com.au quoted...
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