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CNN Larry King's illuminating Dr. Arnold Klein interview VIDEO
By April MacIntyre Jul 9, 2009, 1:53 GMT
Michael Jackson\'s rose-covered casket. Tonight on CNN\'s Larry King show, Dr. Arnold Klein revealed some interesting tidbits of his history with the late Michael Jackson, serving as his dermatologist. EPA/GABRIEL BOUYS /
Tonight on CNN's Larry King show, Dr. Arnold Klein revealed some interesting tidbits of his history with the late Michael Jackson, serving as his dermatologist.
Expressing disgust over the swirling pedophile media coverage on Jackson after the Bashir interview, Klein shared that famed mentalist "Uri Geller was responsible for that ...Uri Geller sold that interview to Martin Bashir for $200,000."
King asked Dr. Klein what he had done to Michael recently with regards to his looks.
Dr. Klein shared he was doing difficult restoration work, "I rebuilt his nose with hyaluronic acid and restylane, what I do is just restoration work."
Dr. Klein then told Larry he was the creator of this kind of cosmetic surgery. "I invented all this, I invented injectible aesthetics, since 1979... Klein expressed disgust at the access people have to pills and drugs, "The FDA is run by the drug companies," shared Klein.
Dr. Klein complained that all the salacious coverage was over the top. "This is sensationalism."
He also revealed his bother and father passed when he was in college, and that his other brother, Steven Klein, was learning disabled, yet Jackson always asked for him. When Larry asked why he did not attend the memorial, Klein said, "My father was a rabbi, I do not do well at memorial services."
Klein explained the labeling on drugs was confusing to consumers. "Warnings here are only to the doctors, what we have to do is teach doctors how to do it," Klein shared with King over the repercussions of all strong painkillers.
"It is a war, I am working with the FBI, a congressman, the justice dept to end this," said Klein, on his move to quash drug abuse. "The doctors are ignorant."
Larry King asked Klein if Michael was happy with his appearance. "Michael was very happy with the way he looked," said Klein.
Klein spoke with high emotion discussing the children of Michael Jackson, who some reporters have alleged are his own biological children. "I spent Christmas eve with him (Jackson) and Carrie Fisher, he loved his children dearly."
On Jackson: Klein said he was "one of the most talented people."
On the question by King if Michael and Debbie had a love connection: "I don't know what love is in that sense of the imagination..."
When pressed to clarify: "What is a normal relationship?" King asked Klein directly about Rowe's intentions: "I think she cared for his welfare."
When King asked Klein if they had consummated the relationship, Klein quickly said,
"I think they did have sex in the relationship."
Klein added, "I don't know the answer, and I don't want to make any suppositions in this interview..."
When Larry asked Klein point-blank if he was the donor, Klein could not look at him. "I'm not going to answer the way you want me to answer it-do you want to hear no?
All that is important is how Michael loved these children...I once donated sperm to a bank...the best to my legal knowledge, I am not the father
Dr. Klein asked, "Can't we leave this alone?" Larry pressed the paternity issues, and Klein said the authorities could take a DNA sample. "They can have my DNA at this point" said Dr. Klein. "These are the brightest children I ever met."
Dr. Klein added, "I will protect these children no matter what.
When Larry asked if Debbie Rowe should take over maternal duties, Dr. Klein said,
"Having worked with her for 25 years, she is a very wonderful person."
Klein finished his thoughts on the burial of Jackson. "I'm an Orthodox Jew, so he should have been buried already; you have to stop and put an end to this horrible atmosphere."
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I watched Larry King on Wednesday, and I'd like to say that his dematologist came across as a man of honesty and integrety, and I am glad he put to rest this notion that Michael Jackson wanted to be white. Michael Jackson had lupus and vitiligo over most of his body. Please respect his children and refrain from ignorant comments concerning michael. The fact is he was a loving parent and a humanitarian.
this is all very strange. I can only speak to Michael's skin condition. I totally believe he had vitilego. My husband has the disorder. There is not a lot you can do for the condition as the doctor mentioned. My husband's skin condition started when he was about 16 years old and he is just shy of 50 years old now. Some parts of his body have completely turned white. He has to wear protective covering when he goes outside. His original skin color was the same as Michaels. The condition can be very, very, very difficult for an individual such as Michael Jackson. Always being in the spot light. I remember hearing the doctor say that he would look 'speckled.' My husband looks speckled over most of his body. It's difficult for my husband sometimes, eventhough he doesn't amit it. I remember when Michael Jackson started wearing a glove. I remember saying to my husband, who was just starting to exhibit some of the blotching, I bet Michael is wearing the glove on that hand because the vitilego is more noticeable there. I recently heard that was true.
I just wanted to express my thoughts on the subject.
I'm sure in the coming months we will hear more about Michael Jackson's sometimes strange life.
As strange as he was sometimes, Michael Jackson made a HUGE impact on the music world and there will never be another like him! R.I.P. Michael
I totally believe that MJ suffered from vitiligo. I have seen many people throughout my lifetime with the disease, even my grandfather's sister. She originally had very dark, beautiful skin. Now, her chest area, large portions of her face, etc. are white- literally like a caucasian woman. She did suffer from embarrassment at how she looked, but she started having vitiligo symproms with about 70 years of age. Michael jackson always had skin issues. He suffered from intense acneand scarring- and was self conscious about that- especially as a pre-teen and young adult in the spotlight. Then, after developoing vitiligo and lupus, I am sure that destroyed any hope that he could have skin that he always wanted- clean and clear skin. So, while these skin diseases ravaged him, he had a choice I am sure: Full body makeup every single day... or to depigment the darker spots (a.k.a. 'bleach') to match up with his pale skin. That way he would avoid looking speckled- but rather one skin tone.
As for whether Dr. Klein is the dad or not...honestly, who cares? Anyone can 'donate' sperm- but not every man can be a true father. MJ loved his kids above all, and that is all that matters. If Dr. Klein was really a good friend of the family, which I believe he was, then I am sure he will still stay in touch with the kids and have a good relationship with the family.
Debbie Rowe- she may have cared about Michael at some point, but not for the kids. She got paid for giving them up, and therefore I feel that she should have no claim over them at all. She should have been more present int heir lives while Michael was still alive...they should have discussed what would happen if he passed. But she did not...she cashed her checks, and denied being their mother. So it does look as if she is looking to cash another paycheck and that's it. Katherine Jackson should look after those kids- MJ's kids seem so comfortable with their aunts, uncles and grandparents. They would probably fare much better with the Jacksons.
I am hoping for justice regarding the enabling Dr's that fed MJ drugs intraveneously. He is respobsible as well, but the enablers are not crack heads on the corner..they are PHYSICIANS who have taken an OATH to practice in good faith! Sad, disgusting, disturbing, unethical, and outrageous. We could have still had MJ if it weren't for this.
Additionally, I hope that the parents that coaxed their children into lying about the sexual abuse charges on MJ years ago are brought to justice one way or another. I wonder how they feel right now...if they can live with themselves. I am waiting to see then try and press chargesagain, to see if they can get some more money from MJ's estate. Ugh! Vultures!
R.I.P MJ...I love you, miss you..and you will never be forgotten.
dr. klein seems to be lying to me.
i am a med student and could go into details, but i wont. but he did have a Malpractice History -
Closed Malpractice Claims:
Malpractice History Found
State: NY
Claim Type: Settlement
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• California reports judgments and arbitrations since 1991.
• New York reports judgments within the last 10 years; and settlements when 3 or more settlements, or any patient-safety-related settlements within the last 10 years.
Medical malpractice is ordinary negligence by a healthcare provider which causes injury. Examples include being improperly diagnosed, treated, medicated or operated upon outside the standard of care. Standard of care is that level of care, skill and treatment which is recognized as acceptable and appropriate by a reasonably prudent similar healthcare provider under similar circumstances. If your physician has settled a malpractice claim or has a judgment on a malpractice claim, evaluate the information and make a determination. You may want to use this information to start a discussion with the physician.
Closed Malpractice Claims:
Malpractice History Found
State: NY
Claim Type: Settlement
Note: HealthGrades collects malpractice and lawsuit information for the states of California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia.
• California reports judgments and arbitrations since 1991.
• New York reports judgments within the last 10 years; and settlements when 3 or more settlements, or any patient-safety-related settlements within the last 10 years.
Medical malpractice is ordinary negligence by a healthcare provider which causes injury. Examples include being improperly diagnosed, treated, medicated or operated upon outside the standard of care. Standard of care is that level of care, skill and treatment which is recognized as acceptable and appropriate by a reasonably prudent similar healthcare provider under similar circumstances. If your physician has settled a malpractice claim or has a judgment on a malpractice claim, evaluate the information and make a determination. You may want to use this information to start a discussion with the physician.
why is a doctor on television revealing any details about his patient's medical history? the health information privacy act (HIPA) still exists doesn't it???this truly disgusts me that someone who is an esteemed doctor & supposed friend of mr.jackson's is on television discussing his medical history. Patients are protected under HIPA even after they die. this man is truly a creep.
It seems unfair that the doctor will come foward at this time but i think it is serving a purpose in clearing up in the minds of some,the issues that the media used to destroy Michael. Martin bashir in particular is a loser. Some may disagree with the doctor making some personal information public, but Michael's skin condition has been spoken about by himself and his family overtime, sadly many people never believed. So maybe this will change the heart of some of the haters.
All of Jackass doctors are guilty........they will all burn in hell along with Jackso.............let us pet the kids.
My brother is a loser, now why dont all you freaks get on with your miserable lives.........dumb asses
Come on people, this is messed up. The only thing sadder than the life of MJ is his fans justifying his life and behavior. Michael knowingly fed the media with controversial behavior in order to created a pseudo parent/child co-dependent relationship of the Perpetrator (Media) and Victim (Michael). The remaining role in the triangle is the Rescuer, too often filled by an endless supply of gullible fans who clamor to his aid when he sheds a tear at the mess he creates. The truth hurts. Get over it.
I agree that this all has to stop. We do not need to know who is the father of the children. Michael raised them and they love him, end of story. And I wonder why this doctor is giving this interview now. We heard years ago from Michael and his family that he had Vitiligo. Many did not believe them. Where was this doctor then? As for everything else. I live in the UK so have no idea what LA is like, except for what I hear and see on TV. It seems to be a very strange place. The most balanced entertainers, actors etc. seem to be those you work there but do not live there. How on earth can you trust or employ anyone in that town when everyone is out to make a quick buck at someone else's expense. Michael should have stayed well away from these people. As for Vitiligo, it is not a mysterious disease. A friend of mine knows a lady who has it. She is now almost completely white and has had a tough time dealing with it. She has just been able to start going swimming again. It is a very traumatic condition to deal with as you feel as though your identity has been taken away from you, which can lead to depression. What is needed is understanding and support rather than pills, medication, harrassment and name calling. Shame on all those who harrassed and took advantage of this gentle, talented and generous soul. Will they find it in their hearts to stop now? Why should they when there is money to be made.
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EstiJul 9th, 2009 - 04:11:37
Dr. Klein said that his father was a Rabbi and that he is an 'Orthodox Jew', however, I am confused as to why he would spent 'Christmas Eve' with family and take pictures in front of a tree...you would think a highly educated adult would know what the term 'Ortohdox Jew' really meands. Does anybody else feel this way?
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