Michael Jackson named his Neverland Ranch after Neverland , the magical island from Peter Pan created by author J. M. Barrie.

Quick Scoop

  • The ranch’s name comes from the fantasy land Neverland in the children’s story Peter Pan.
  • Peter Pan and Neverland were created by Scottish writer J. M. Barrie in the early 20th century.
  • Jackson chose the name to reflect themes of eternal childhood and imagination, echoing the story’s “boy who never grows up.”

Answer: J. M. Barrie.