{"title":"Bill Whitfield","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Bill Whitfield, a distinguished author known for his insightful contributions to the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre. If you're a fan of real-life stories that offer intimate glimpses into the lives of iconic figures, you'll find Bill Whitfield's work truly captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Whitfield's notable works is \u003cem\u003eRemember the Time: Protecting Michael Jackson in His Final Days\u003c\/em\u003e. Co-authored with Javon Beard, this book provides an unparalleled look into the life of the legendary pop star during his last years. Drawing from firsthand experiences, Bill Whitfield captures the complexities, challenges, and emotional moments of being on Michael Jackson’s security team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBill Whitfield's writing style is both engaging and revealing, offering a fresh perspective on stories often shrouded in mystery. His in-depth narratives allow readers to connect with cultural icons on a personal level, making his books a valuable addition to any biography aficionado's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection of Bill Whitfield’s works to discover compelling stories that highlight both the extraordinary and personal facets of the lives he portrays.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"remember-the-time-protecting-michael-jackson-in-his-final-days-by-bill-whitfield-9781925106268","title":"Remember the Time: Protecting Michael Jackson in his final days","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Jackson's former bodyguards reveal the amazing truths of the late superstar's last years—his life with his children, his financial crises, and the weeks leading up to his shocking death. Hounded by the tabloid media, Michael Jackson spent his final years moving from city to city, living with his three children in virtual seclusion—a futile attempt to escape a world that wouldn't leave him alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring that time, two men served as the singer's personal security team: Bill Whitfield, a former cop and veteran of the security profession, and Javon Beard, a brash, untested rookie, both single fathers themselves. Stationed at his side nearly 24\/7, their job was to see and hear everything that transpired, making them the only two people who know what 60 million fans around the world still want to know: what really happened to the King of Pop?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDriven by a desire to show who Michael Jackson truly was, Whitfield and Beard have produced the definitive account of Michael Jackson's last years: the extreme measures necessary to protect Jackson and his family; the simple moments of happiness in a time of great stress; the special relationship Jackson shared with his fans; and the tragic events that culminated in the singer's ill-fated comeback, \u003cem\u003eThis Is It\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn indispensable piece of pop-culture history, \u003cem\u003eRemember the Time\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of a man struggling to live a normal life under extraordinary circumstances. It is the book that dismantles the tabloid myths once and for all to give Michael Jackson back his humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46377755476204,"sku":"9781925106268","price":38.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11388013482873.jpg?v=1744833505"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/bill-whitfield.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}