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Michael Jackson's antique return 2007-01-01

Michael Jackson has been forced to return expensive antiques after failing to pay for it.

The superstar singer, who is said to have bought a 19th century tea set and a silver bread holder, among other items, failed to stump up the whole $38000 bill.

Jackson had purchased the items from London's Mayfair Gallery in May last year, and had paid $20000 to date. In an out-of-court settlement, Saul Reiss, an attorney for the gallery said the star had now agreed to return several items.

Asked if the store would welcome Jackson back as a customer, Reiss replied, "Of course"

He said he suspected the entertainer overlooked the payment because he was distracted by his criminal trial. Jackson was found not guilty of child molestation in June.

Jackson's attorney, Brent Ayscough, confirmed the settlement and said Jackson did not pay the company any money to settle the case. The 47-year-old singer is currently living in Bahrain.


Last week, a lawyer for Jackson said the star was now "permanently living outside of the United States"