Yesterday, Michael responded to the rumors, saying: “When I saw the magazine reports, I was a bit upset and felt a little helpless. First of all, I am 100% sure that I do not know that young girl. Those pictures may have been taken during a fan get-together event – asking me to remember exactly where and when those pictures were taken is very difficult because I take pictures with fans all the time. Afterwards, the fans may decide to upload the pictures to their own personal web pages and the reporters may have ‘discovered’ the pictures there.”
Asked if the ‘rumors’ will affect his attempts at reuniting with his ex-wife, Michael responded: “From the beginning, I never said I was reuniting with my ex-wife – you guys [the media] have been the ones saying it all along. It is hard to say with these types of matters --we’re adults, so of course we will handle it in a mature manner.” Michael emphasized that he only plays snooker with his male friends and very rarely plays with women. He also indicated that as long as the circumstances allow for it, he is open to taking pictures with anyone who requests it.
As for the magazine trying to ‘link’ him to Sonjia again, Michael said: “Since the report was not very positive, of course I’m a little bit unhappy, however after being in the industry for so long I understand how the ‘game’ is played. As public figures and ‘artists’, it is important that we have a certain amount of self-discipline, respect ourselves, as well as respect others. For someone like me who is already close to 50 years old – to say that I am dating a 20 year old girl – I should be happy, but actually I find it funny.” Speaking about his ‘love life’, Michael indicated that even though he is single right now, he is very happy and satisfied with the way things are. Currently, in addition to focusing on his work, he is setting aside more time to be with his mom. He says: “My mom is over 80 years old already – recently she’s had some problems with her eyes, but luckily, her health overall is very good.”
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