Who Was Responsible for Michael Jackson's Death | Dangers of Fame-Fueled Addiction 

Michael also had a terrible back injury from a bridge that lifted in the air and came crashing down in 1999 in Munich. The scalp burns, back injuries, constant pressure on his body from dancing and lupus attacks this man lived in constant pain

Conrad was dodgy as they come. Not calling 911 was basically admission of his own guilt and wrong doing, and that he was more concerned about a cover up than saving Michael’s life. He is very lucky he didn’t serve more time in jail. Remember when they couldn’t find him for a while after Michael died? Again, dodgier than dodgy.

Michael Jackson was surrounded by people who did not have his best interests. It was always about the fame/money. May he RIP.

I greatly feel for Michael. It feels as if there was no one around him who genuinely loved him, cared for him, and wanted the best for him without having an ulterior motive. And it looks as if this was the case from the moment he was born until the moment he died. I think this was one of the reasons he was deeply unhappy and resorted to drugs in the first place. His whole existence was monetized by family, doctors, specialists...very sad.

Dr. Grande, you hit the nail in the head when you said that MJ was a victim of his own wealth and power, so well said. In my opinion, the Physicians fell prey to their own greed. MJ was at a level of addiction in which he could no longer make reasonable decisions. The Physicians on the other hand, could certainly refrain from acting in an unethical manner, yet they chose not to. Exceedingly insightful analysis! Thank you, Dr. Grande.❤️

As an internal medicine healthcare worker, I simply cannot imagine a world where the patient demands and the doctor delivers. This is counterproductive and is exactly why Elvis, Prince and others are dead. I'm proud to work for physicians who have not, do not and would not (as far as I'm concerned) over-prescribe. Thanks for this analysis, Dr Grande!

I had to get a procedure done last February and I was put under using the same medicine MJ was using to sleep. The team caring for me said that no one should ever be on it without being closely monitored because it's not a sleeping medication, it's an anesthetic. You need to have breathing and heart monitors on while you are under. With the other stuff he was on it was definitely a cocktail for disaster. Some of this lays on MJ himself as he was using many drugs with many aliases but there is no way that particular doctor didn't know better than that about the anesthesia.

The doctor administered a surgical anesthetic in a home setting. Surgical anesthetics require constant monitoring. There is no indication he had or utilized appropriate monitoring equipment, there is a showing that he failed to monitor him in admittedly absenting himself to use the bathroom. He failed to call for 911 and he did not himself initiate or perform CPR on the patient. He got off lucky.

Michael had everything - talent, good looks, money, adoration. He gained and lost it all including his life in a span of 50 years. You are right Dr Grande, no easy answers to this complex tale!

It's also noted that prior to the later half of Michael Jackson's "Dangerous Tour" (1993), Michael had reconstructive surgery on his scalp to help repair the damaged scalp he sustained from that 1984 Pepsi commercial. This, the allegations, and the physical demands of his world tour took a toll on him immensely that he needed medical attention. It's evident even in his dress rehearsal for that final leg of that tour that Michael was not in the best physical and mental health to complete that tour. It's unfortunate the physicians who "treated" Michael didn't care for him in his best interest.

Recovering addicts make the best drug counselors, especially if it’s the same drug of choice. They have lived the life and understand the panic of withdrawal.

Sad and deeply nuanced but I believe the doctor who agreed to administer the drug is ultimately at fault.

Excellent quality👌 here Dr.G thanks, no frills, long-winded, triggering word salad, to the point, bias free, factual, professionally explained and therfore easily understood by the majority if not most people. Now this is how it's done, a lot of outlets could indeed learn many a thing or two in terms of information giving!

Dr. Grande… 9/11 is a tough day for me. Thank you for reminding me of Jackson. Such a talented musician. What bothers me about his death is that he was surrounded by fame seeking people who could not tell him no. The world 🌎 lost a gifted musician. Jackson was surrounded by yes men. 🤔❤🇺🇸

I did not know all of the problems that he had. I feel so bad for the things he experienced. Life was certainly not easy for him.

🙋‍♀️ veterinarian here! I use propofol on a regular basis to help induce anesthesia on my patients prior to a surgical procedure. I like propofol because it passes through the blood brain barrier very quickly, so if there were to be a problem, the anesthetic gas could be turned off and the patient will wake up very quickly. However, it is a hypnotic agent. It causes transient apnea, which is deadly if not monitored properly. This is a great analysis Dr Grande! Thanks for all you do ❤️🐕🐾🐈

I quit drinking about 12 years ago. One thing I've learned through that process is that the responsibility for everything that happens when I'm drunk falls to me. It doesn't matter what the environmental pressures are. It doesn't matter who gave me drinks or why. If I drink again, that's because I did it to myself. And if something happens while I'm drunk, the fault is all mine. Knowing this on a visceral level is one of the things that helps me not to drink. Accountability is a powerful thing.

Being in drug addiction recovery, I appreciated your comment to treat the addicted patient with compassion. That one thing can mean the difference between life and death. Thank you for your videos and analysis. They are so informative and interesting……

I believe MJ was a gentle soul who people took advantage of. I would have loved to be his friend.

I greatly appreciate your take on the addiction conundrum. For over 25 years, I could not figure out how to stop using alcohol and drugs (I stopped short of anything that required a needle. My fear of needles came in handy for once) Throughout the entire using span, I steadily used and drank more and more until, my wife of 15 years took my four children and moved 2000 miles away. Wouldn't you know it, I began to develop a sincere desire to stop drinking and drugging. I moved and lived close to my family, and sought help. It took 3 months before I drank and used for the last time, but I did it. My wife and I remained separated for over two years, while she monitored the person I was becoming, and then she let me back into her house. It's been fifteen years, and I wouldn't trade a clean and sober life for anything. It's so sad to hear of people dying as a result of not being able, or not figuring out how, to get free. Thank you for this video, in particular. Your commentary really hit home for me.

I was born in 1958 and loved seeing Michael’s great career and his music videos all throughout. It was very sad seeing his struggles toward the end of his time. He was on top of the world, and I believe many people in general destroyed him emotionally, physically, and financially even before his death.

Addiction is a hell that I wouldn't wish on anyone. It's a slow putridity that robs you of your soul.

That was the best description of a person who is caught in a drug addiction life! Thank you for your compassion

One thing I've learned is that people that I've known quite well (some eve family members) that become addicted to opiates are never the same again. Even if they find a way to stay clean, they are different. I don't mean necessarily in a bad way, but it does change people. It is also frightening how quickly they can fall back into addiction even after a long time. I don't think the brain ever stops craving.

Michael Jackson was a good man. In the final months of my college roommate's life he was confined to the Michael Jackson Burn Center. Michael had generously funded this facility after receiving the burns to his scalp. Michael regularly visited this center regularly at that time and befriended Scott and his family. This kindness gave great comfort to those who loved Scott. This is how I choose to remember Michael....

I have had minor surgery and if course that included being "put under". It was absolutely the most restful "sleep" I have experienced. I can totally understand why MJ wanted to be "put under". Common sense should have kicked in and it should have been understood that it is not a good idea to use it daily as the answer to insomnia. MJ and the doctor are both to blame.

Jackson was a cash cow for his family and he was pushed well beyond his limits to cope with such stress. This does not relieve him of his responsibility, but I would suggest that his problems started long before he took the first psychotropic drug.

I lived and worked in a house for men dealing with Substance Use Disorder for 22 years. Most of our residents were also dealing with other serious mental health diagnoses, most commonly bipolar and schizoaffective disorder. Nearly all of the men had spent significant time homeless, in some cases decades, and over half were convicted felons. The men were sent to outpatient or day treatment programs in the area -- we did no treatment on site -- and they were also required to attend local peer support groups. Most attended Alcoholics Anonymous and/or Narcotics Anonymous meetings in the area. By and large they did quite well. Our recidivism rate was just under 25 percent, and even some of those who relapsed ended up doing well in the long run. In my opinion, the major reason our work was successful is because we offered a *community* of support. Whether one thinks that a person is powerless or not over their addiction, I have never known anyone dealing with Substance Use Disorder who got clean and sober on their own. They always had a community of people around them supporting them.

It was documented that Dr. Conrad Murray was actually in another room talking to a "lady friend" on his cell phone when Michael stopped breathing under his care. Either way, he was being neglectful as a doctor.

I believe this is one of the most important videos Dr. Grande has made so far. I think most people would agree it offers great insight into people with substance abuse problems as well as how they begin and then continue to get worse.

Such a pure soul got many hazard in his life but he fights in every difficult circumstances n prove his talent and charisma ....His life is totally dedicated to music n art as well as he is a biggest humanitarian too We love him forever from the bottom of our hearts Long live the king God bless you.....

“Pain free fantasy” as someone with a chronic pain condition, I can only imagine what it would be like to wake up and feel good aka normal. I can see how someone would want to use everything they could even dangerous drugs to escape pain. I consider myself high functioning, lots of people have unbearable pain 24/7 with no cure.

“Michael Jackson was killed by his own success” - good final statement and true of a lot of wealthy people. Reminds me of your video on JFK Jr’s death where he was wealthy enough to buy a very expensive plane that required a lot of expertise and experience that he sadly did not possess.

No doubt Jackson became dependent on drugs but those who enabled him are ultimately at fault. His life was so complicated but it’s sad he is no longer present in our lives. What a talent.

Whenever I. Have Dr. Grande playing and my chickens are around, they tuck their heads and nap. I think his soothing voice makes them feel secure and relaxed. They grew up listening to him.

Rest In Peace Michael 💔🙏🕊️💔🙏🕊️💔🙏🕊️ Thank You for sharing your talent with the world.

It's called "Death by Entourage." (IOW, there are always people around who will give rich/famous celebrities whatever they want, even to the point of death, which is well illustrated here.)

I am a big fan. I've watched all his live shows on youtube, many times. We miss you MJ. The one and only. The best entertainer of all time.

Didn’t expect you to discuss Michael Jackson’s death, but I’m glad you did. Lot of factors lead to his death. Just all around sad. Thank you for the video Dr. Grande, keep up the great work!

Many other doctors are also responsible for giving out drugs under false names. But one took the hit. Where is Michael's responsibility in this too. It's really a sad outcome.

The Pepsi commercial and the 3rd degree burns he sustained frm it (exposing him to pain drugs and surgery culture) are the single most detrimental things tht damaged his adult life

Jackson looked so strange toward the end of his life. It's so sad that his addiction ultimately caused his death. "This Is It" was an ironic title for his final tour.

You said he used during the day to feel pleasure, but because of the drugs he was using, wouldn't it be reducing pain rather than gaining pleasure? Normal discomfort would have felt like pain because of the chemical dependency and there's the issue of trying to treat psychological pain with these drugs. 🙁 Thank you for covering this topic!

I love the way Dr. Grande shifts his eyes when he says he’s only speculating 😊

Never been so early! Thank you for all of the effort you put into your videos.

Dr. Grande, I wonder if you could examine the insomnia that seems to have plagued so many public figures who ended up meeting an early death, either from medication or suicide. I am curious as to whether they couldn’t sleep because of various medications that were prescribed in order to keep these performers “on” as much as possible, or if there is an overarching mania or neurosis that one could associate with the personality type that drives a strong desire to entertain others. Or perhaps if fame itself causes these sleep issues. thank you as always!

Interesting how similar this is to what happened to Elvis. Something he should have been very familiar with due to his marriage to LMP.

I’ve had three surgeries using the same drugs that Michael Jackson was taking and I recall absolutely nothing. There was no feeling I euphoria or feeling good, absolutely nothing. There was no restful sleep or peace of mind that I can recall at any time.

“Physician, heal thy self.“ 😐. We as individuals spend 100% of our time with ourselves… So bottom line is. “To thy own self be true.” 😐

Great points. He was trying to escape the pain with chemical dependency. I do feel people can change if they want, but some may need help, no one answer. Thanks Dr G😊💞💞

What a complex yet thorough analysis! Impressed by your multiple angles and insights. "It's not like the doctor could've said, Michael who." Michael Jackson gave everything for his accomplishments, and as a fan and artist myself, he left a reservoir to forever inspire.

Fame is one of my versions of hell.

I think Michael had issues he needed to deal with, but Never had Any Privacy.

I found your analysis to be as informative as an anxious, pain-ridden party and a 911-resistent zip code.

Another fantastic breakdown Doc! 👍

There's a difference between a real addict and someone who uses drugs recreationally. Some people will stop using drugs, but then will pick up a more acceptable addiction, such as work, or food. The problem is that it's not about the substance, not about the drug at all.

His upbringing/early family life w/ all the pressure morphed him into near unrecognizable, deluded by drugs to dull the pain and eventually killed him. His internal life must have been hell. Great synopsis by Dr. Grande. Was unaware of alot of detailed covered here, esp about the dermatologist.

People use drugs, alcohol, food, exercise - and many other things - all for the same reason : to deal with emotional pain. It may be from things that they are conscious of, or things that are buried in the subconscious, (such as with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.) The way to move towards freedom from all of this is to get the right kind of therapy and therapist. PTSD and Complex PTSD need therapists who are trained and experienced in trauma focused therapy. From what I understand, it seems likely that Michael Jackson had Complex PTSD from his childhood.

Excellen t analysis Dr, Grande. As a person who worked with alcoholics for decades dealing with pain prescribing doctors was one of our most difficult problem. Our patients would succeeed in abstaining form alcohol just to come back to the halfway house with a prescription for lorazepam or Ativan. Then they would add a pint killer or two. Soon they would add the alcohol back in and we would have to discharge them from the house. The problem is that as staff we had no power to overturn a doctor's presecription and some doctors were just running pill mills.

Compassion is almost always the answer. And taking responsibility for ones actions... You nailed it, Dr. Grande. Addiction is a complicated disease but there are physicians out there that exacerbate the addict's disease. Well done, as usual.

I was given strong benzos for 17 years. The pain everyday being strung out was unbearable. I had extreme insomnia, and I barely graduated from college.

Man I read all the books, watched all the documentaries and followed all the cases. Michaels entire life, from day one, was a nightmare. What a mess.

Having had Propofol as intended for numerous surgeries, there's an avenue to it that's not talked about or considered. For some artistic folks, a micro dose opens windows of a creativity high that is short lived but highly intense. Kinda like a quick in/out LSD trip. If you fall asleep, you forget. Stay awake and you can remember the dream. Perhaps MJ also experienced this duality and mistakenly thought he could "sustain" the intensified creativity memories AND get the rest he so desired in a pain free state. It was the docs job to care for mind AND body but MJs status, and money, got the better of him. Could MJ have coerced or bought an anasthesiologist - pain management specialist? Probably yes as he'd snowballed others to get where he was.

This was by far one of the best videos i've seen all year. Thank you for this accurate and concise analysis, Dr. Grande!

As someone who followed michael avidly the only time I felt concerned was 2000-2003. His security had changed, and the old team would never have allowed him to go out like it. He was definitely on a lot of things. He was either really up and overtly outgoing and chatty which he wasnt really with us fans before or he was really slow talking and looked asleep. Very sad period. When he came back from Ireland he was his normal self and energised, but again he surrounded himself with some dubious characters. And repeat.

Great video. Please make a video on the Danielle Van Damme murder. I recently watched a documentary about this case and was taken aback by the circumstances surrounding it

Hi, your input into this field is the best ever. Lots of love from all of your best friends in the U.K.

He was an absolute talent and a sweetheart.❤ His Dad was a tyrant.

Just a reminder, I'm not diagnosing anybody in this video; only speculating what could be happening when the King of Pop takes every drug known to mankind like this.

Excellent discussion of this topic. I think both schools of thought apply. A person has some choice, there are enablers, a person does become someone they hadn't intended or recognize. Having worked with this population, there are some that can and others that can't . You are completely correct. Could not or would not, that is the question. Compassion either way is key. Love your videos!! Thanks, Dr. Grande.

I saw a docu from the eyes of the 4 detectives who worked Michael's death. It is well worth watching. They found in Michael's "treatment" bedroom. They found the doctor poured out some normal saline out of iv bags and would cut the rubber stopper open on a small bottle of Propranolol and just put the entire bottle in the iv bag. His actions for his patient were so pathetic!!!!!!

Excellent video , Dr. Grande. Seeing a professional like you tell us all the pitfalls Michael was letting himself fall into was enlightening. For me ,one of the most distressing characteristics of Michael Jackson's existence was his apparent continual disgust with his physical appearance. Michael Jackson was a handsome young black man with zero need to ever change anything about his appearance. I wish his father ,who was a driven monster of a human being had driven that idea into his head. Be happy as God made you because He makes artwork. Tell anyone you need to change your face that they need to go straight to Hell. Obviously, those very few people born with obvious issues need corrective surgery but Michael was never one of them. It really did break my heart with every new release seeing him turned , by Hollywood horror doctors , into an increasingly bizarre version of the handsome young man we once knew. We see this form of plastic surgery sickness in so many people today. That there is always a better version of me after the next knife job. That today I am simply not good enough. In another universe, maybe Michael was good enough. Maybe Michael sang his songs, never changed his face once , retired on fat cash , married a woman and had eight happy kids. I would have liked to have seen that universe. Rest In Peace, Micheal.

HEY DR. GRANDE!! All the way from South Africa :)

Another excellent analysis, Dr Grande. I always enjoy your videos and am now a keen viewer of your podcast with two experienced mental health counsellors, entitled 'The Murder Part'. I would urge your fans to watch these podcasts. Excellent dialogue and witty and hilarious chat.

Yet another INCREDIBLE analysis and breakdown, Dr. Grande! Thank you for all of the time you put it in these videos and I hope you are doing really well ^__^

The MD should have been prosecuted for 1st degree murder. Anyone in the medical field knows that when using propofol you need advance monitoring and the ability to ventilate. On the surface he's to blame but when someone is addicted the blame shifts towards the person supplying the meds. I always wondered if he had undiagnosed bipolar disorder and tried to self treat his symptoms.

I feel in general we all take the effects of any medication less seriously than we should. We think they aren't as harmful as street drugs because they are mainly legal to obtain.

Remarkable video as always Dr. Grande! ✨

I think the fire killed him cause it created his injuries which required him to use pain killers.

Thank for the analysis doc! I was wondering if you could make a video about Terry A. Davis someday. Thanks again and I’m looking foward to the next video.

Excellent video. Thank you for ypur descriptions of the theories of drug addiction. You summed up my own thoughts exactly.

This was a very classy, compassionate analysis Dr. G. I appreciate how you focused more on Micheal's addiction and mental health than the Neverland drama. I have personal experience with opiate addiction and I know many awesome people who have also struggled, or who are presently struggling with addiction. I agree with your opinion regarding the cause of addiction; depending on the individual, it could land in one or the other diagnoses. I've witnessed people suddenly recover with no outside help of any kind; I've also witnessed people continually dig their hole deeper regardless of the consequences. Addiction doesn't fit into one box.. imo. I feel lucky in a way that I didn't/don't have the money and connections Micheal had because I would've very likely overdosed years ago. Where Michael's success killed him; my poverty saved me.🤔 Great video as always Doc! Wishing you a kickass day!🤘😁🌵🎶

Thank you for this analysis. My brother has suffered from substance abuse his whole life and it's much too simple to say either way what is causing it... Your own choices or your diseased brain? Compassion, not blame, is the best course of action. MJs tale is a sad one for sure.

I thoroughly enjoyed your analysis Dr. Grande. Thank you. You're spoiling us 😆 and I'm here for it! 👏 👏

This is going to be very interesting. Thank you Dr Grande.

Thank you for the upload and your analysis, Dr. Grande.

I feel bad for Michael Jackson because his father was extremely cruel and he never had a childhood. Back in the 1960s and 1970s record companies made their artists tour constantly. This meant they spent little time at home with some kind of normal down time. Black artists especially were pressured to work harder, sing better, dance better and dress better to prove they were at least as good as their white counterparts. Michael Jackson really had no frame of reference for what a normal child hood looked like.

Interesting as always! The # 1 Doctor on RU-vid ! 💖👑💖

Thanks for the thought provoking video, Dr. Grande. On the topic, I 100% agree with you.

Thank you Dr Grande you are a breath of fresh air…now back to the video.

When Dr Conrad realised he couldn't revive Michael, he knew that he was screwed up, all his out of boundary practice was going to nail him.

How about a speculative analysis on the 1984 kidnapping of Jody Plauche by Jeffery Doucett? What made the case famous is the reaction of Jody’s father, Gary Plauche. Very interesting and chock full of potential mental health factors. Either way please keep up the amazing work you are doing. We all enjoy your videos regardless of the topics you choose.

I guess MJ lacked the ability to look at the man in the mirror and ask him to change his ways....

Hi Dr. Grande, Thank You for another phenomenal video……. This information is completely necessary and informative.

I'm liking the return to longer videos. If it's a matter of making a trade-off, I'd be happy with fewer, more in depth videos than more, shorter duration ones.

Another excellent and insightful video and analysis. I have thought about this a lot too (not in terms of Jackson but overall) is someone responsible for their behavior if they are drunk, high or both? I personally feel yes they are. They chose to take these substances and if they are old enough or mature enough they should most likely have at least some notion that these can lead to significant behavioral changes where they are out of control. In some way I feel it's almost like a Gaslight (to say hey it wasn't really me. It was the booze or the drugs) but isn't that a perfect aliby (obfuscation?). It's like a get out of jail free card where you can always blame someone else. That said as you pointed out I think at some point the drug hijacks your mind and you may no longer be in the driver's seat as your addiction has taken over and even when sober you're not clear in your mind because it's all about getting your next fix. I've known people (including myself) who have done incredibly dumb things while under the influence. I feel very fortunate I never hurt anyone or worse but It surely could have happened. And when it does who is responsible? You? The drug? The drug company? The bartender? Where does the buck stop? I personally think especially once we reach adulthood (mentally the age can vary) there comes a Point where we must assume responsiblty for our behavior no matter what. It's a thorny topic indeed and interesting conversation thanks for all your amazing insights

🎶 Musical 🎼 Legend ❤❤❤❤❤🥰 BEST singer and dancer of ALL TIME!!!!! R.I.P Michael Jackson 😇🕺🏾

Good Afternoon, Dr. Grande. Thank you for your wide variety of Analyses. 👌

As someone who has repeatedly relapsed over the last 19 years of being in recovery, i have full gratitude for my daily reprieve from active use. And God only knows that if i would have had the resources that Jackson had, I believe I would be dead as well! I've paid the price time and time again hurt the most valued people in my life by them having to watch me spiral down. Nothing is more painful then breaking the hearts of my family and Loved ones! Please get help before your family and friends bury you. Great video and right on the money! Thanks again Doctor

*Pauses video* Michael’s drug addiction stemmed from a 3rd degree scalp burn during the filming of a Pepsi commercial. And we all know who killed MJ and why. RIPower Michael Joe Jackson. Forever Michael in the bich. LLtheKing. 💜🙌🏾💜