Cascio Siblings File Lawsuit Accusing Michael Jackson Estate of Decades-old Child Sexual Abuse
Dominic Cascio and his three siblings have filed a lawsuit claiming Michael Jackson sexually abused them as children after their family joined his inner circle in the 1980s. Dominic detailed allegations in a 60 Minutes Australia interview that aired Sunday night, including claims Jackson drank his urine and forced participation in a game called the “booty rumble.”
deadline.comDominic Cascio, along with his two brothers and sister, has filed a lawsuit alleging Michael Jackson sexually abused them as children. The Cascios — Eddie, Aldo, Dominic, and Marie-Nicole — became part of Michael Jackson’s inner circle in the 1980s after their father befriended him.
Soon they were spending holidays at Neverland Ranch and traveling around the world with Jackson, who they allege sexually abused them for decades.
Dominic Cascio gave an interview to 60 Minutes Australia that aired on Sunday night. Dominic Cascio was approximately 12 years old when the alleged urine-drinking incident occurred. Dominic Cascio said Michael Jackson told him the urine-drinking was a special bond and that he was only doing it with him because he loved him so much.
I’m maybe 12 years old at the time. Like, I’m a child who’s seeing this man do this,” Dominic Cascio said in the interview. “And I said, ‘Oh, I guess he really does love me. ” Dominic Cascio said Michael Jackson would lay him on top of him with his genitals against Jackson’s, and Jackson would shake and push up against him.
The siblings also accuse Michael Jackson of drugging them with prescription pills and alcohol at a young age. ” Eddie Cascio said his parents felt special because a big celebrity wanted to be friends with them. Eddie Cascio said Michael Jackson made the family feel like they were his family, his kids, and his everything.
Marty Singer is a lawyer acting for Michael Jackson’s estate. Marty Singer stated that the Cascios’ allegations were a “money grab” and that the shakedown attempts come more than 15 years after Jackson’s death. ” The Cascio siblings allege Michael Jackson sexually abused them for decades.
The family’s connection to Jackson began when their father befriended the singer, leading to the children’s frequent presence at Neverland Ranch and on international trips. Dominic Cascio’s detailed account in the Australian broadcast marks the public airing of accusations now formalized in the lawsuit against the estate.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
4 events- 1980s
Cascio family befriended by Michael Jackson and becomes part of his inner circle, spending holidays at Neverland Ranch and traveling with him
2 sourcesNew York Post · Cascio family - 2009
Michael Jackson dies, beginning the more than 15-year period before the current allegations surfaced in lawsuit
1 sourceMarty Singer - 2026-05-10
60 Minutes Australia interview with Dominic Cascio airs, detailing specific allegations including urine drinking and 'booty rumble' game
2 sources60 Minutes Australia · New York Post - 2026-05-12
Lawsuit by Dominic Cascio and siblings Eddie, Aldo and Marie-Nicole formally filed against Michael Jackson estate
1 sourceNew York Post
Potential Impact
- 01
Renewed public scrutiny of Michael Jackson’s legacy more than 15 years after his death
- 02
Increased attention on historical child abuse allegations in the entertainment industry
- 03
Potential financial claims against the Jackson estate if the lawsuit proceeds
Transparency Panel
Related Stories
Al JazeeraTrump Meets Advisers to Decide on Iran Ceasefire Extension
President Trump said he is holding a Situation Room meeting to make a final decision on a possible deal with Iran. The proposed agreement would extend the ceasefire by 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
rediff.comTrump to Decide on Iran Deal in Situation Room Meeting
President Trump said Friday he is heading into the Situation Room to make a final determination on a potential agreement with Iran. The proposed deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz without tolls and require destruction of Iran's highly-enriched uranium.
realitytea.comTrump Says U.S. Will Lift Iran Naval Blockade After Nuclear and Hormuz Pledges
President Trump stated the U.S. will end its naval blockade of Iran once Tehran commits to forgoing nuclear weapons and opens the Strait of Hormuz to unrestricted shipping. The announcement came via Truth Social and a live statement.