New York (NYDailyNews)– Michael Jackson’s dad reluctantly admitted Monday that he beat the superstar and the rest of his musical brood – but insisted it was for their own good.

The Jackson family will be appearing on the Oprah Winfrey Show Monday to speak about the death of their son Michael. They will also talk about other lingering questions surrounding the future of the Jackson estate and his children.

Chicago (AP)– Michael Jackson’s mother says she believes her famous son was addicted to plastic surgery.