Well Ed, I don't understand the difference of being male or female here. And either do the kids I would imagine. There is nothing wrong with cuddling and loving your children! And certainly a big difference between loving them and molesting them, but I highly doubt MJ is molesting his kids. With my niece it has always been her choice. She was scared of sleeping in another room by herself, that started it, but it is purely innocent and loving.
If people see something wrong with cuddling with kids, not only do I feel sorry for them but the kids as well.
Peace. Rustic