Neverland Ranch was Michael Jackson's home for nearly 20 years. The sprawling property set within verdant grounds in Los Olivos, California, featured its own zoo and amusement park. Neverland was named for the mythical island in the story of Peter Pan and became synonymous with the King of Pop and his eccentric lifestyle.
But the ranch also played a central role in the lurid allegations of abuse leveled against Jackson, which, while he was eventually acquitted, prompted the singer to abandon Neverland for good.
So, what became of his country home and its vast estate? In this gallery, we trace the history of Neverland Ranch and its association with one of the most influential and culturally significant music artists of the 20th century. Click through the gallery to continue.
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