Jackson Wipes Away Tears
Monday, June 13, 2005
SANTA MARIA, Calif. A tissue and some hugs for Michael Jackson (search).
The singer dabbed at his eyes while hearing the court clerk announce his acquittal on all counts. One of Jackson's lawyers burst into tears as the verdict was announced. He later got hugs from her and from head lawyer Thomas Mesereau (search).
Jackson appeared stone-faced as he began to walk out of the courthouse, flanked by sisters LaToya and Janet. His brother, Jermaine, could be seen smiling while waiting for him to exit.
Jackson held a hand out in front of him in a mini-wave while being escorted to his vehicle by security guards
As the screams from supporters grew louder, Jackson touched his heart twice and waved again before blowing a kiss to the crowd. He was then put into his black SUV before his caravan drove away — chased by some fans.















