Jackson: God ‘dried my tears’

MICHAEL JACKSON says his family, fans and God “dried my tears” and helped him through the hardship of child molestation charges and a four-month trial that ended in his acquittal.

“Your love, support and loyalty made it all possible. You were there when I really needed you. I will never forget you,” said Jackson in a statement posted on his official website.

“Your ever-present love held me, dried my tears, and carried me through. I will treasure your devotion and support forever. You are my inspiration.”