India, May 9 -- Bill Bray was a real person in Michael Jackson's life. He was a retired police officer from the city of Los Angeles. He started working with the Jackson 5 in the early 1970s . Bray was reportedly much more than just a security guard for Michael.

The singer often called him a father figure and a friend. In the new movie, Michael, he is played by KeiLyn Durrel Jones. This character helps Michael deal with his overbearing father Joe. Bray was a source of strength for the pop star, always. He looked after Michael's safety and his business deals too. The actor Jones built a great bond with the star Jaafar.

Michael once wrote a very emotional letter to Bill Bray. This letter was initially reported on by TMZ, but has gone viral...