Jackson family buys Devon retreat

Michael Jackson is to stay with his brother in Devon in a bid to escape the media glare.

The singer and other members of the family will use Tito's new home in Barnstaple as a bolthole to avoid press intrusion in the US, reports The Sun.

Tito, a judge on BBC1 show Just The Two Of Us, is understood to have made offers on two properties in the town after deciding to focus on his career in the UK.

He said: "We hope it will be a family hideaway where my brothers and sisters can escape media attention when we need to. I can confirm that he [Michael] has been to Barnstaple on private visits in recent years along with my brother Jermaine and a few other Jackson siblings."

He added: "My family love North Devon and the wonderful countryside and friendly people. I am looking forward to living in Barnstaple and I hope the Barnstaple public will respect our family's privacy."

He revealed that Michael and Janet were keen for him to make the move so they can escape the spotlight, saying: "Michael likes North Devon too as no one bothers him."

Two British Michael Jackson fans are reportedly hoping to buy Neverland Ranch to save it from being repossessed.

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