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Joe Jackson Intents To Sue For Wrongful Death

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: June 26, 2010

The father of Michael Jackson, Joe Jackson, is working on a wrongful death lawsuit against Dr. Conrad Murray claiming that he was drinking at a strip club only hours before injecting Michael Jackson with a lethal dose of drugs. For his part, Dr. Murray denies both the story that he... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson Gay Affair Story Angers Joe Jackson & Fans

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: May 3, 2010 · Comments (1)

This past week when ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT ran a story with a former physician to Michael Jackson claiming knowledge of a gay affair by the singer, it unleashed a firestorm of angry death threats by fans. Dr. Arnold Klein was a long-time best friend and physician both to the late pop... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson's Estate And Cirque Du Soleil Ink Big Deal

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: April 20, 2010

The estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque Du Soleil have inked a new mega-business deal that will have a new joint show honoring the late pop star touring the country in Fall of 2011. The show will include the songs of Michael Jackson along with the acts of Cirque De... [Full Story]

The Michael Jackson Killed Himself Legal Defense

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: April 5, 2010

Lawyers for the embattled Dr. Conrad Murray will contend in court during his upcoming trial for manslaughter that it was Michael Jackson who killed himself and not the doctor. Part of the defense evidence will strangely center on the late singer's heavy addiction to Coka Cola. Michael Jackson was said... [Full Story]

Dr. Conrad Murray Becomes The Most Hated Man In America After Being Charged

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: February 9, 2010 · Comments (2)

Dr. Conrad Murray had to endure shouts of "murderer" from angry fans of Michael Jackson yesterday, as well as the saddened Jackson family members when he turned himself in for a court appearance. For this high profile Los Angeles medical doctor, it's been a terrible fall from grace to be... [Full Story]

Dr. Conrad Murray Will Probably Have To Surrender On Manslaughter Charge On Thursday

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: February 3, 2010 · Comments (1)

Dr. Conrad Murray, the physician who prescribed Michael Jackson the drug that supposedly caused his death will likely have to surrender to authorities on Thursday at the earliest. The doctor will likely face a recommended $25,000 bail amount, which is a standard that Los Angeles County D.A. usually sets. Further,... [Full Story]

Dr.Conrad Murray May Be Close To Being Charged In Michael Jackson's Death

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: February 1, 2010

Dr. Conrad Murray may be very close to being charged with some crime in connection Michael Jackson's death according to some reports from TMZ and other informed sources. According to another TMZ report, there was an important meeting at the L.A. County District Attorney's Office last Friday related to the... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson's FBI Files Will Be Released On Monday

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: December 19, 2009

On Monday, The Federal Bureau Of Investigation intends to release the 333 page of files that were kept on the late pop icon. It appears that much of the information was information in regards to his 1993 and 2004 child molestation cases. Interestingly, nothing appears to relate to the recent... [Full Story]

Giant Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Set For Vienna

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: September 8, 2009 · Comments (2)

Major recording artists such as Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Natalie Cole, Sister Sledge and Angela Bassett have committed for a giant European concert in Vienna to be played in front of the former imperial Schoenbrunn Palace which was once the seat of power for the nation. The open air... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson Autopsy Update

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: July 17, 2009 · Comments (3)

It now appears that the Los Angeles County Coroner's office plans to delay the release of the Michael Jackson autopsy report to the public by at least two more weeks, while police continue to collect evidence from several doctors who attended to and prescribed drugs to the late pop... [Full Story]

New Albums of Unreleased Songs By Michael Jackson Might Appear Soon

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: July 16, 2009

It is highly likely that with a substantial number of unreleased songs and possible remixes of old songs, that some new albums by Michael Jackson could appear soon. One unreleased song, "A Place With No Name", seems to be essentially the old 1971 song done by the trio, America,... [Full Story]

Latoya and Joe Jackson Both Suggest Foul Play In Michael Jackson Death

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: July 13, 2009 · Comments (16)

In a new British tabloid interview, Michael Jackson's sister, Latoya Jackson, who has something of strained relations with some of the other Jackson family members, went as far as to suggest that Michael Jackson was a victim of "murder" by those around him who only wanted his money. But... [Full Story]

Jackson Family Sought To Hide Needle Marks In Michael Jackson's Arms From The Public

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: July 8, 2009 · Comments (4)

Some news agencies such as CNN have now confirmed that the Jackson family might have taken efforts to conceal an extensive network of needle marks in Michael Jackson's arms. His veins were collapsed from extensive intravenous drug use according to one source who viewed the body. Jackson's body was... [Full Story]

Wusn't nothing strange about your daddy

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: July 7, 2009 · Comments (6)

A lie? For sure. But it does bare repeating since there are actual children here, and they need to know that there was something between them and the only parent who loved them. And I actually agree that we, as a society, own Michael in a way that trumps... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson Memorial Program

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: July 7, 2009 · Comments (13)

No doubt you heard your fill of coverage for the MJ Mem Gala. So I wont waste your time telling you about the golden casket and scads of celebrities that covered the stage. But one lucky fan got to go to the event and was generous enough to scan every... [Full Story]

Breaking News: Michael Jackson's Body Will Be Protected By SWAT Team

Posted by Paul Hooson · Published: July 7, 2009 · Comments (13)

Surprisingly, the body of Michael Jackson will be protected by the LAPD SWAT team on it's journey from Forest Lawn to the Staples Center. And a police helicopter will fly overhead as well for added security. The protection the body will probably be as great or greater than that... [Full Story]

Watch the Michael Jackson Memorial live

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 7, 2009 · Comments (1)

Live video from CBS News below...... [Full Story]

Elizabeth Taylor not going to MJ memorial

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: July 7, 2009 · Comments (1)

Elizabeth Taylor says she's not going to take part in the 'whoopla' that will be Michael Jacksons Memorial service today at the Staples Center. Taylor twittered today that she doesn't think she'd be coherent and whats more, she doesn't believe Michael would have wanted her sharing her grief with... [Full Story]

Judge Removes Mom From Control of Michael Jackson's Estate

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: July 6, 2009 · Comments (1)

The keys to Michael Jackson's kingdom have just been ripped from his mother's hands. Over the objections of Katherine Jackson, a Los Angeles probate judge today ruled that Michael Jackson's 2002 will is indeed valid and that, per the King of Pop's wishes, attorney John Branca and veteran music... [Full Story]

'Jackson not real father of his children'

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: June 30, 2009 · Comments (4)

article here!! Jackson was not the biological father of any of his three children, it was claimed yesterday - a revelation that may herald new complications in his family's attempts to settle his tangled affairs. The claim emerged as the promoter of the singer's planned 50 concerts in London... [Full Story]

Farrah takes back seat, Jackson death where it's at

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: June 26, 2009 · Comments (7)

The Hollywood came to a screatching halt last night for roughly 90 seconds when celebrities everywhere took their grief to the masses. Twitter by proxy. Michael Jackson is dead. Two Jackson friends who choose not to twit their feelings... Elizabeth Taylor. Her rep released this statement "Dame Elizabeth Taylor... [Full Story]

Jackson's former publicist sues for $44 million

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: May 7, 2009

Michael Jackson's former publicist filed a $44 million lawsuit on Wednesday against the self-styled "King of Pop" for failing to pay her for her services. Raymone Bain, who represented Jackson during his 2005 trial and acquittal on child sex abuse charges and later managed his business company, filed a... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson doing duet with son?

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: March 31, 2009

Michael Jackson is reportedly considering performing a duet with his eldest son at his upcoming London concerts. According to MSNBC, the 'Thriller' star is planning to invite 12-year-old Prince Michael I on stage during his summer residency at the O2 arena. "What better way to introduce his son to... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson comeback in UK?

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: March 4, 2009 · Comments (1)

Michael Jackson will be in London this week to make a "special announcement," organizers said Tuesday, and industry sources said it is likely to involve a series of comeback concerts in the city. Music promoter AEG Live has sent an invitation to a press conference at the O2 arena... [Full Story]

Thriller Anniversary Brings Out Jacko's Wackos

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: October 30, 2008 · Comments (1)

To get an early start celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Michael Jackson video (which debuted on MTV in December 1983), Jackson fans and impersonators will gather at Madame Tussauds wax museum in New York on Thursday to try to break the Guinness Book record of most people doing... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson turns 50

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: August 29, 2008

On this, his 50th birthday, The Daily Mail gives us an age progression of what Michael would look like had he not had some 3000 things done to his face. Also, that fun picture of Michael in a tuxedo jacket and pajama bottoms is from last night. Michael attended... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson is still being weird

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: July 10, 2008 · Comments (1)

Michael Jackson was seen being wheeled around Las Vegas this week. He's there to celebrate his 50th birthday.... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson's Kids Unmasked!

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: February 1, 2008 · Comments (21)

Michael Jackson (left) let two of his kids, Paris and Prince Michael, roam the Luxor Casino in Las Vegas without their usual masks. [tmz]... [Full Story]

Bandaged Michael Jackson goes shopping in Las Vegas

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: December 20, 2007 · Comments (4)

I don't even know what I am looking at. Daily Mail published these photos of MJ with his hHat jammed on head, a shawl around the neck, those ever present sunglasses and a face covered in bandages. Accompanied by his children Prince, 10; Paris, nine; and five-year-old Blanket, the... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson on cover of Ebony Mag

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: November 6, 2007 · Comments (2)

Don't they usually have black people on the cover?... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson Auction a total Bust

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: June 1, 2007 · Comments (1)

Boy. You molest a few kids and suddenly the most famous jacket in pop culture is worth nothing! Seriously. I would have bought this shit at these prices. Jackson family memorabilia brought in about half a million dollars on the first of a two-day auction at the Hard Rock... [Full Story]

Jackson Trying to Stop Auction

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: May 17, 2007

Page Six says Michael Jackson is trying to put the kibosh on an upcoming Vegas auction of Jackson and Jackson 5 memorbilia, saying he's the rightful owner of all the items, and he's set to argue his case at a closed-door hearing in Las Vegas tomorrow. Last year, Richard Altomare,... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson memorabilia set for auction

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: April 6, 2007

Michael Jackson's trademark black fedora and the gold record for his "Thriller" album are among dozens of the pop star's belongings to be auctioned by New York's Guernsey's auction house next month. The collection includes about 2,000 items from the Jackson family, ranging from handwritten lyrics to Michael's sunglasses... [Full Story]

Paris Jackson Celebrates Birthday

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: April 6, 2007

Michael, Paris, sons Prince and Michael II, and a slew of bodyguards started the day at FAO Schwarz Toy Store at the Forum Shops in Caesars Palace. The store closed for over an hour so the family could go on a shopping spree. Source... [Full Story]

JACKO'S NEW ALBUM WILL GO ONLINE

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: January 30, 2007 · Comments (1)

Michael Jackson's new album will be released online, his studio collaborator Will.I.Am has claimed. The Black Eyed Peas star is convinced the eccentric superstar is talented and famous enough to make his comeback record a hit through internet sales alone and doesn't need the backing of a major label.... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson is Still Nasty

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: November 14, 2006 · Comments (4)

Michael Jackson greeted screaming fans last night as he waved (his brown nails) from his hotel window in London (minus dangling baby). He had a strange scratch down one side of his nose (can't reverse the plastic surgery now Michael). Will we see a healthier scrubbed up version of Michael... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson to perform "Thriller" in comeback show

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: November 8, 2006

Reclusive superstar Michael Jackson plans a dramatic comeback later this month with a performance of his classic song "Thriller," the organizers of a music awards ceremony said on Wednesday. The 48-year-old superstar has been a virtual recluse since his acquittal of child molestation charges in June, 2005, dividing much... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson Moving To Europe To Relaunch Career

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: June 29, 2006

Singer Michael Jackson, 47, is moving to Europe to jump-start his musical career now that charges of child molestation have been put to rest. Jackson's spokeswoman Raymone Bain said Jackson has decided that having a home in Europe will facilitate projects he plans to become involved in. Bain said... [Full Story]

Michael Jackson Makes Money From Cows

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: June 22, 2006

The 'Thriller' singer makes a fortune from the cattle he has on his Neverland ranch, according to court papers. Jackson is being sued by video producer Marc Schaffel who claims the singer owes him £2 million for work he did on a charity record. Schaffel also says Jackson has... [Full Story]

Jacko to Lose Kids?

Posted by Tracey Coyle · Published: June 13, 2006 · Comments (3)

Michael Jackson could lose two of his children over allegations he is not their real father. Secret court papers will reportedly prove that Paris, 8, and Prince Michael, 9, are not the biological children of the singer. The papers, to be unsealed next month in the court battle over... [Full Story]

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