#harshly

He was punished and beaten in some of the most brutal ways imaginable. Joe Jackson, the cruel and abusive father of Michael Jackson, was extremely strict and severe with his children. He would often hit them with belts and other objects if they made mistakes during rehearsals or musical performances. This instilled deep fear in Michael—so intense that he would sometimes vomit when he was near his father.

Joe didn’t just rely on physical punishment; he also used constant threats, warning his children that he would abandon them if they stopped singing. Beyond the physical abuse, he was emotionally harsh—cold and distant, never showing affection. He didn’t even allow his children to call him “father,” insisting they address him only by his name. This created a profound sense of loneliness and sadness in Michael from a very young age.

During Michael’s adolescence, Joe also targeted his appearance, calling him ugly and strange. These words left lasting scars, contributing to lifelong insecurities and influencing the many cosmetic procedures Michael would later undergo.