Conversation so far:
what was Michael Jackson accused of in 2002-2005?
On December 18, 2003, Santa Barbara authorities charged Michael Jackson with seven counts of child molestation and two counts of intoxicating a minor with alcoholic drinks.
What was the court verdict for the second child sexual abuse allegation against Michael Jackson?
On June 13, 2005, Michael Jackson was acquitted on all counts.
what were the accusations in the 2005 abuse case against Michael Jackson?
Santa Barbara authorities charged Michael Jackson with seven counts of child molestation and two counts of intoxicating a minor with alcoholic drinks.
who was the judge in the 2005 case against Michael Jackson?
Rodney Melville

Question: Did his celebrity friends become witnesses for him?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Michael Jackson's celebrity friends become witnesses for him during his 2005 trial?