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Home / News Archive / News June 2009 December / November / October / September / August / July / June / May / April / March / February / January 1 / 2 Michael's Body Will Return To Neverland. 30-06-'09 Reportedly, the body of Michael Jackson, King of Pop, Rock And Soul, will be driven to Neverland Valley Ranch late on Thursday morning. Upwards of a thirty car motorcade, including Michael's body, will be traveling from Los Angeles to Neverland at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. Law enforcement is currently meeting to discuss security and traffic control. Sources say that plans are in the works for a public viewing on Friday. A private memorial service is scheduled for Sunday. So far there has not been an official announcement by the Jackson family on this matter. Source: CNN / Billie Jean Mazur: Magical MJ Was Back. 30-06-'09 The photos from Michael Jackson's last show rehearsal at Staples Center in Los Angeles (USA) on June 23, 2009 that were published recently were taken by Kevin Mazur. In a press release, Mazur said: "I am devastated by the sudden loss of the 'KING of POP' who I have photographed numerous times since the Victory Tour in the 80's. When he hit the stage at rehearsal, I was thrilled that the magical Michael Jackson was BACK!!! I felt the same adrenaline rush as when I photographed him the 1st time moonwalking. I was so looking forward to shooting the O2 Arena performances with the amazing production that Kenny Ortega and AEG put together with Michael for his fans." Source: MJFC / Billie Jean David Gest: Michael Jackson 'Talked, Shook a Hand Like a Real Man'. 30-06-'09 David Gest runs to Brit tabloid The Sun with his story of the King of Pop: “There is nobody who knew Michael like I did. He was so gifted, it’s hard for me to picture him gone. There is a whole side to him people never saw. For instance, people always think of him as talking in that high, soft voice, but he didn’t really speak like that — it was a facade. Still to this day I am not sure why he did it. The Michael I knew talked like a real man, acted like a real man and shook a hand like a real man.” Source: towleroa / Billie Jean Ferrigno: Last Time I Trained MJ, He Looked Fantastic. 30-06-'09 Former The Incredible Hulk star Lou Ferrigno said that Michael Jackson"looked fantastic" just last month. The bodybuilding champion was hired to train the King of Pop for his comeback shows in London, often visiting the star at his Los Angeles home in a bid to prepare him for the strenuous schedule of the 50-date residency. Ferrigno has spoken out of his shock and devastation over his beloved friend's death, and explained to TV host Larry King that he had never seen the star look so fit. "I trained him on and off for 15 years. But when I saw him a few months ago, he looked fantastic. The way he moved, I worked with him on different exercises. And I've never seen him look better." The comments come as pictures of a vibrant Michael dancing his way through a rehearsal, taken just before he died, were published. And Ferrigno never heard the star complain of feeling unwell. "Never (complained of heart pains). With him, never. As a matter of fact, sometimes he would be dancing, showing the moves between a set and exercising. And he convinced me. I said this guy is going to pull it off. When I saw him, he was not frail." When quizzed over the Thriller singer's reported dependency on prescription drugs, Ferrigno insists there were no signs the star was heavily medicated. "I don't know anything about his real personal life. But the last month, I don't know what happened. But the time I was with him, he seemed fine, alert, no pain at all. As a matter of fact, he's done a lot of those stretching exercises, because when you have a lot of pain, you can't stretch that much. So he was very eager to do what I told him. He was the same as like 20 years ago." Source: CNN / Billie Jean Doctor: Michael "Had A Faint Pulse". 30-06-'09 Jackson family attorney Londell McMillan voiced the family's concerns over Dr. Conrad Murray, Michael's personal physician, who was in his bedroom when the entertainer fell into cardiac arrest. "It's been well documented that Michael was receiving medical care on the bed as opposed to on the floor," McMillan said. Health care experts recommend CPR be given on the floor or another hard surface. Meanwhile Dr. Murray claims Michael Jackson had a faint pulse, but was not breathing when he discovered him in his bedroom. His attorney Edward Chernoff told "Dateline" on Sunday night that Michael Jackson was given gentle chest compressions on his bed due to his frail condition. "He was a frail man. He didn't like to drink or eat. He wasn't exactly healthy," Chernoff claimed. "He had one hand behind his back and he was compressing with the other hand… He was compressing hard enough that the doctor knew he was pumping blood throughout the system." Dr. Bruce Hensel, a cardiologist and emergency room doctor said that if it's true Michael Jackson had a pulse, he could have been saved. "People who have cardiac arrest, if you get to them soon enough, and their heart rate is such that it will respond to medicines, you can survive." "Dr. Murray certainly wasn't prescribing or administering those drugs to Michael Jackson. Now, if toxicology comes back and shows those drugs in his system, it will be a surprise to us." Source: Access Hollywood / Billie Jean The “Dome Project” - A Last Video?. 30-06-'09 Two weeks ago, Michael Jackson finished what is being called his final video piece. It has been dubbed “Dome Project.” The details are sketchy at best. Two people who have knowledge of the project confirmed it's existence on Monday to the Associated Press on the conditions that they are not to be identified because of confidentiality agreements. By evening, US West Coast time, it is being repeated in MSNBC news. The leaks report that the “Dome Project” lasted five weeks and was filmed at Culver Studios. Those studios were the set for the classic film, “Gone With The Wind” some 70 years ago. Four sets were constructed for the production, including one that recalled the epic 1983 “Thriller” video. The shooting lasted from June 1 – 9, and Michael was on the set for most of that time. The project is now in post – production and is expected to be completed next month. Producer Robb Wagner, the founder of music video company Stimulated Inc, did not return messages seeking comment and Michael Roth, spokesperson for LA based promoter AEG Live said that he had not heard about this production. He added that it could have been part of the company contract with Michael. An unidentified worker with knowledge of the project said that Michael left a memorable impression on the crew. He arrived in a caravan of SUV's, surrounded with security guards. The person said Michael introduced himself to the workers on the set. Michael walked with a spring in his step, but at one point needed assistance when descending steps off a stage. Besides the cemetery set, another was draped in black with a portrait of Michael in his Thriller werewolf costume. Yet another set simulated a lush jungle. A fourth was built to look like a construction site, with a screen behind it to allow the projection of different backgrounds. Taping of the piece happened in marathon sessions that ended early in the morning. It is still unclear what final forms the final video project will take. According to Stimulated's web site, the company had been hired to produce the screen content for Michael's concerts in London. Source: AP / Billie Jean Gone Too Soon - Ryan White's Mother Shares Her Feelings. 30-06-'09 Ryan White and Michael Jackson shared a special bond. Michael met Ryan, who suffered with HIV after receiving contaminated blood during a treatment, back in 1987. Now, Ryan's mother is sharing a telephone recording that he and Michael had: Ryan White: Hey Michael, I have tickets to the Batman premier. Want to come? Michael Jackson: 'Yeah, I would love to Ryan, but I might be recording, have to see.' Ryan's mother, Jeanne White, says that Michael was truly a good hearted person. “He worked so hard ever since he was a kid, that he didn’t have childhood and when you went to Neverland, you too would act as a kid." Ms White was in the Chicago airport when she heard the news that Michael had been rushed to the hospital. To her, he was not the King of Pop, but a dear family friend. Michael stood by her and her son during the most difficult moments of their lives. And Michael was there when Ryan passed away. In 1990, Michael wrote the now famous “Gone Too Soon” dedicated to Ryan. And that is how Ryan's mother now feels about Michael...Gone Too Soon. Source: Fox / Billie Jean Michael Jackson's 02 Performance Filmed For Future. 29-06-'09 Michael Jackson’s last rehearsal at the Staples Center on Wednesday, the eve of his death, was recorded in multi-camera, high-definition video and multi-track audio, and could be released as the performer’s last album, according to several people close to the now-defunct concert tour. The recordings were made as part of concert promotion company AEG Live’s deal with Jackson, which included a plan to produce both an album and DVD of what Jackson had billed his “final performance” tour, titled “This Is It.” The entertainer died of heart failure on Thursday. Randy Phillips, president and CEO of AEG Live, the nation's second largest concert promoter, emailed that he would not comment for the story. The recordings also could be used to produce both a DVD or Blu-ray disc of the entertainer’s last performance -- the entertainer singing his greatest hits. One AEG official boasted to a colleague this weekend, “We have a live album in the can.” And what an album it would be. Amazon, record stores and retailers like Barnes and Noble sold of all Michael Jackson stock almost immediately -- and in a matter of minutes following the news of Jackson’s death, in the case of Amazon. Press reports have said that AEG Live stands to lose tens of millions of dollars from the unexpected cancellation of Jackson’s 50-date London tour. But any audio and video release of the final concert would undoubtedly sell millions -- if not tens of millions -- of units worldwide and would be the music industry’s equivalent of a license to print money. Jackson had failed to appear at many of the scheduled rehearsals in Los Angeles over the past two months. But he did show up at a full rehearsal at the Staples Center of his scheduled July 13 London concert on the night before his death. The rehearsal, which went on for several hours, included dancers, musicians and aerial performers. Three people close to the production said it had been captured by multiple cameras, and the audio digitally recorded in a manner that could be used to produce a surround-sound DVD and audio products. Source: The Wrap / Billie Jean Debbie Rowe: “I Lost My Best Friend”. 29-06-'09 On his web site Showbiz411.com Roger Friedman published a short interview with Debbie Rowe: Debbie Rowe, mother of Michael Jackson’s two eldest children, is holed up at her ranch a couple of hours away from Los Angeles. She can’t leave because paparazzi have been staking out her house since Thursday. It doesn’t matter. She is, as I told you on Thursday ”inconsolable.” She told me during a brief conversation today: “I lost my best friend.” Rowe was married to Jackson when she had Prince Michael I and Paris Katherine. But it was always understood that they’d part. Now, she is in tears missing her friend. So far, Rowe has not addressed the issue of the kids or custody despite frantic reports. She wouldn’t do that, she says. “Michael hasn’t even been buried,” she says. Rowe has always had an excellent relationship with Michael’s mother, Katherine Jackson, and looks forward to talking to her soon, and possibly even seeing the children when the time is right. For right now, though, she’s turned off her phones and Internet, and is trying to observe a period of mourning. How utterly sensible! One thing I didn’t bring up with Rowe, but shouldn’t be forgotten: her friendship with Michael was the thing that saved him at his child molestation trial in 2005. Rowe testified for him in court, clearing up for the jury all misconceptions about the pop icon. Her testimony is generally thought to have been the deciding factor in the jury’s deliberations, and kept Jackson out of jail. Source: Showbiz411.com / Billie Jean TMZ Acquires Stolen Facebook Photos. 29-06-'09 Roger Friedman published the following information regarding the stolen family photos that have been published recently by TMZ: Al Malnik, Michael Jackson’s friend and mentor from Florida, is not happy this morning with TMZ. The pay-for-play website has published personal photographs belonging to Malnik and his wife, Nancy, of Michael, his three kids, the Malniks and friends that were taken about five or six years ago. Nancy Malnik tells me she posted the photographs to friends only, with all the restrictions necessary, on her Facebook page. One of her 200 or so Facebook “friends” evidently copied 20 of the pictures and sold them to TMZ without permission. “I can’t believe it,” Nancy Malnik told me this morning. “I’ve looked through the list and can’t figure out who would do such a thing.” Meantime, Al Malnik cleared up for me a confusion that’s been out in the media. He does not have a 2004 will from Michael Jackson and was never appointed his executor. Michael simply asked him if he’d be the executor of his will. “But I never heard anything about it again,” Malnik told me. Malnik did sign a notarised agreement making him godfather to Michael’s third child, Prince Michael II aka Blanket. As far as TMZ is concerned, they’re on notice for publishing purloined photos. Source: Showbiz411.com / Billie Jean Obama Has Written To Jackson Family. 29-06-'09 On the NBC program "Meet the Press," Obama adviser David Axelrod said the US president believes Michael Jackson was "an important and magnificent performer" who made an undeniable impact on music and entertainment. Asked why Obama had yet to speak publicly about Michael Jackson's sudden death, Axelrod said: "The president has written the family and has shared his feelings with the family. He felt that was the appropriate way to go." Source: MJFC / CNN/ / Billie Jean Joseph Jackson Gives Press Conference. 29-06-'09 Flanked by the Ref. Al Sharpton, Michael Jackson's father spoke briefly to a gaggle of press and fans outside their home in Encino. "I am so proud of my son, Michael" the Jackson family patriarch stated. He told the press that Katherine had been granted guardianship of Michael's three children and reported that they were fine and playing with the other children at the Encino home. Asked about Debbie Rowe, the biological mother of two of the children, Mr. Jackson stated "She has nothing to do with this." When asked about Mrs Jackson, he said that she "was fine." In response that ex-nanny, Grace, would be returning to assist in caring for the children, Mr. Jackson acknowledged that she was "a friend of the family," but that had not been decided yet. Mr. Jackson said that no plans for a funeral have been made yet and assured the press that they would be told as soon as that information would be available. The time and place are, naturally, up to the family. Mr. Jackson said that Michael will not be buried at Neverland, as had been speculated. He also said that he had not seen Michael's will yet. On the entertainment side, it appears that there is a project in the works to assist talented underprivileged artists in Michael's name. Source: MSNBC / Billie Jean Michael’s Number 1. 29-06-'09 Michael has topped the UK album chart with his 2003 greatest hits package ‘Number Ones’. His hit song ‘Man In The Mirror’ also topped the singles chart, making it his first number one since ‘Blood On The Dance Floor’ in April 1997. On the album charts, as well as ‘Number Ones’ in the top spot, ‘Thriller’ is at number 7, ‘King Of Pop’ is at number 14, ‘Off The Wall’ is at number 17 and ‘The Essential Michael Jackson’ is at number 20. In total 11 Michael Jackson or Jackson Five albums featured in the top 200. In the singles chart, 43 out of the top 200 singles feature the King of Pop, with Michael’s hits accounting for all but one of the new entries in the top 40. Here is a list of the songs to hit the chart: ‘Man In The Mirror’ - #1 Source: BBC / Billie Jean Joseph & Janet Jackson Tribute To Michael At The BET Awards. 29-06-'09 Sunday's BET Awards at Los Angeles's Shrine Auditorium honored entertainers for their achievements last year and also served as a tribute to Michael Jackson – whose father Joseph Jackson and sister Janet Jackson were present at the event. Wearing a black hat, sunglasses and a dark suit, the patriarch of the Jackson family walked the red carpet and told CNN about Michael: "I wish the world had recognized him when he was living. Right now, he's bigger than ever. But I wish he was here to see all this, to hear all this." The memory of Michael dominated the event. Host Jamie Foxx made his entrance in a red leather "Billie Jean" jacket. "No need to be sad. We want to celebrate this black man," said Foxx. "We gonna go through all of Michael Jackson." The host closed his opening monologue with his rendition of Jackson's signature Moonwalk. "I hope I can make it," said Foxx, adding that it was his first attempt since 1983. Throughout the evening, entertainers, including Beyoncé, paid tribute to Michael as his father sat in a front row seat in the auditorium, accompanied by Rev. Al Sharpton. Beyoncé dedicated her award to Michael, whom she called "my teacher and hero." Moreover, presenter Marlon Wayans, accompanied by Entourage star Jeremy Piven, addressed Joe Jackson and said, "The Jacksons had a profound effect on my family. If it wasn't for the Jacksons there would be no Wayans. Thank you." At the close of the ceremony, Janet Jackson addressed the audience for the first time since Thursday about Michael. "My entire family wanted to be here tonight but it was too painful," she told everyone, including her father who stood and applauded from his seat. "To you, Michael is an icon. To us, Michael is family. He will forever live in all of hearts." A visibility emotional Janet added, "On behalf of my family and myself, thank you for all of your love, thank you for all of your support. We miss him so much. Thank you so much." In the pressroom, where he made a quick appearance, Joe Jackson was asked if Michel might have a message for his fans at this time. He responded, "I think if Michael was here he would've enjoyed the celebration, but … he couldn't be here. It's like he was larger than he was ever before. I think Michael gives his love to everybody and we hope his record will never be broken." When asked how he would like his son to be remembered, Mr. Jackson said, "Well as you know, since the tragedy has happened, I would like him to be remembered forever all over the world. We know that all over the world everybody will support him." To view Janet's heartwarming words at the BET Awards click here Source: MJFC / People / Billie Jean BET Awards Turns Into A Michael Jackson Tribute. 28-06-'09 Black Entertainment Television has altered it's already scheduled to air awards show this evening into a Michael Jackson Tribute. The network scrambled in 72 short hours to call in additional acts to add to the show for this special evening and extended the awards show by thirty minutes. Chairman for the BET Network, Mrs. Debra L. Lee, called the ceremony a "total overhaul". The network insisted that a Michael Jackson Tribute be a part of the ceremony in honour of his passing. The New Edition will reunite with Bobby Brown this evening to perform a Jackson 5 medley at the BET Awards being held this evening at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. This opener will be part of an extended tribute to Michael Jackson. Other performers that have been scheduled to honour Michael by performing his songs include Beyonce, Jamie Foxx, Ne-Yo and Maxwell, according to the show's producer and former Jackson rep, Ron Weisner. Weisner told Billboard.com “A day and a half ago, we had one show and today we have a whole other show. Overnight, literally, it changed. The show was completely rewritten, we booked additional people – we're trying to address a very unfortunate situation.” The show, that airs on BET at 8:00 ET/PT, will be extended to three and a half hours. The guest list and media requests have grown and the red carpet has been extended to accommodate fans, press and celebrities. As this is being written, there is a report coming in that Michael's father, Joseph Jackson, has arrived on the Red Carpet. Other artists previously schedule to perform include Jay-Z, Kanye West, Queen Latifah, Soulja Boy, Keri Hilson, Mary Mary, Fabolous, T-Pain, Keyshia Cole, Monica, Young Jeezy, Trey Songz and Tyrese. Also schedule to appear are the O'Jays, Alicia Keys, Wyclef Jean, Tyra Banks, Taraji P. Henderson, Idris Elba, Sherri Shepherd, Anthony Anderson, Paula Patton, Estelle, LeToya Luckett, Nichelle Nichols, Keke Palmer, Ray J, Snoop Dogg, Ving Rhames, Zoe Saldana and Marlon Wayans. There were rumours that some or all of the Jackson family would appear on the broadcast, but Weisner says that nothing was confirmed. “There's lots of rumours, but as we speak, I have no knowledge of them being here. It might change. I had a conversation with Janet the other night and I spoke to LaToya, but I don't know if they're up for being out in public.” Click here Source: Billboard.com / Associated Content / Billie Jean Song Dedicated To Michael. 28-06-'09 Guitarist Jeff Young was in the recording studio putting the final touches on a very special song when he learned the news of Michael Jackson's passing. He decided to dedicate this wonderful song to the King of Pop and wanted very much for the fans to hear it so that we might be comforted. Here is his dedication along with the lyrics to the song: Millions will forever remember where they were the day Michael Jackson transcended this world. The fact that I was in a recording studio laying the final guitar solo and preparing to mix the following track with the same man that mixed sister Janet's mega-hit "Black Cat" can be no accident... just as Michael Jackson's unending and unprecedented contributions to the world of music, dance, film & racial unity are no accident. More than any musician in history, his god given gifts were revealed in ways that reached into our souls with a gloved hand, touching the very core of everything that is humanity. Although the "music world" will forever mourn his passing and suffer the loss of his innate creativity, Michael Jackson - the man and his music are forever "Eternal." ETERNAL (Sergio Assad, Gregg Analla, Jeff Young) bring the night guardian angel sing place the mic in the shrine of the spotlight voices eternal guardian angels sing flowing full circle Thank you, Jeff, for sharing this gift! To hear the song click here. Source: MJFC / Jeff Young / Billie Jean Jackson Brothers Meet At Neverland Ranch. 28-06-'09 Three of Michael Jackson's brothers visited Neverland Valley Ranch, reminiscing about his life. Jackie, Jermaine and Tito lunched at the ranch with Thomas Barrack, the investor who arranged the joint venture with Michael Jackson after the singer nearly lost the ranch to foreclosure. Owen Blicksilver, a spokesperson for the joint venture that owns the ranch, said that it is too soon to discuss what will happen with the property. The ranch has recently been undergoing renovations. Mr. Blicksilver said that Mr.Barrack feels close to the family and wants to hear their thoughts on how to best honour Michael's memory. Source: AP / Billie Jean Michael Had A Pulse When Doctor Found Him? 28-06-'09 Housten attorney Edward Chernoff, representing Dr. Conrad Murray, said today that Dr. Murray reported Michael was in bed and had a faint pulse when he arrived in his room. Dr. Murray stated that although Michael was not breathing, he was still warm to the touch and had a faint pulse. He then immediately began administering CPT. He added that he did did not prescribe nor give Michael the drugs Demerol or Oxycontin. Through the lawyer, Dr. Murry reportedly said that any drugs prescribed were given in response to a specific complaint from Michael. Source: AP / Billie Jean Cardiologist Completes Interview With Police. 28-06-'09 Cardiologist Dr. Conrad Murray who attended to Michael Jackson during his final moments has concluded a three hour interview with investigators in Los Angeles. His spokeswoman said that the interview to explain his actions concluded with findings that he is not a suspect. In the statement, it says that Murray has been in LA since the death and plans to remain until his assistance is no longer needed. The statement added that he was cooperative and provided information that will assist in the investigation. In his interview with police, the doctor "helped identify the circumstances around the death of the pop icon and clarified some inconsistencies," Murray's spokeswoman Miranda Sevcik said in a statement Saturday. "Investigators say the doctor is in no way a suspect and remains a witness to this tragedy." Source: AP / Billie Jean Chris Brown Speaks About MJ. 28-06-'09 Singer Chris Brown recently made these comments to eonline about his idol, Michael Jackson: Michael Jackson is the reason why I do music and why I am an entertainer. I am devastated by this great loss, and I will continue to be humbled and inspired by his legacy. My prayers are with his family. Michael will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. He's the greatest...the best ever. No one will ever be better." Source: eonline.com / Billie Jean New York City Celebrates the King of Pop. 28-06-'09 Fans and music lovers in New York City have without a doubt, shown their true love for the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. This is evident when you see the number of people gathered in front of the famous Apollo Theater, where the Jackson’s once performed. FAREWELL MICHAEL: THE FREEDOM PARTY: At 11 p.m., Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker Street, West Village; reservations requested, thefreedomparty@hustlemode.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , and early arrival is encouraged; women free before midnight, $10 after; men, $10 before midnight, $15 after. A KARAOKE TRIBUTE: At 10 p.m., Mr. Biggs Bar & Grill, 596 10th Avenue, at 43rd Street, (212) 246-2030. MICHAEL JACKSON NIGHT At 10 p.m., M1-5 bar, 52 Walker Street, between Church Street & Broadway, m1-5.com. JAM SESSION, instruments welcome. From 4 p.m. to 4 a.m., SIP Lounge, 998 Amsterdam Avenue, between 109th and 110th Streets, Harlem. ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME ANNEX NYC Michael Jackson’s handwritten lyrics to “Billie Jean,” the gloves from the “Bad” video and the sequined jacket in the “We Are the World” video are on display. Sundays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to midnight. 76 Mercer Street, SoHo, (646) 786-6680, rockannex.com. Timed tickets: $24.50; $22.50 for 65+ and military personnel; $19.50 for students; $16.50 for those aged 4 to 12. Source: MJFC / The New York Times / Billie Jean Joseph Jackson Speaks to Geraldo Rivera. 28-06-'09 During an exclusive interview with Geraldo Rivera from FOX News, Joseph Jackson, father of Michael Jackson, stated, We’re going to miss the great superstar, the biggest known in the world.” Rivera asked Mr. Jackson if he felt that Michael would be more well known in death than in life. Jackson replied that this attention, ....should have been done while he was alive so he could enjoy it.” Regarding Michael Jackson’s children, Mr. Jackson stated, They are doing fantastic and are enjoying themselves with the other kids.” According to the Associated Press, a family friend stated that although Michael did not see his family often, he did speak with his mother regularly and had recently seen his father. Regarding his brothers and sisters, the friend added, he was closest to Janet and Jermaine, but was not estranged from the others. Click here Source: Fox News / Billie Jean Children's Belongings Removed From Home. 28-06-'09 On Saturday, sisters Janet and LaToya arrived at their brother's rented Holmby Hills home as moving vans removed the singers (and his children's) possessions. According to People, the children's things were removed from the home and taken to the Jackson family home in Encino, where the three children have been staying with Michael's parents since Thursday. Janet was present at the home during the move while LaToya showed up later in the day. Michael's things were removed from the house for safekeeping as the family was concerned that someone could break into the home. Source: people.com / Billie Jean Stars Continue To Pay Tribute.... 28-06-'09 Hollywood is still reeling after the sudden loss of Michael Jackson on Thursday with many of the industry's biggest names voicing their grief over the King of Pop's passing. On Friday, Beyonce dedicated her concert to Michael saying, The reason I am here is due to Michael Jackson." She then sang Jackson's "I Can't Help It" which was followed by an instrumental version of "Billie Jean." Actor Corey Feldman, took to his blog to try and make sense of his feelings. After noting that he and Jackson's friendship had been estranged for several years, Feldman said he is, Singer Patti LaBelle spoke with E! News saying, I can barely speak because I'm so heartbroken. I feel like I've lost a piece of my heart. Michael was a true treasure and there will never be another like him. My prayers and deepest sympathies go out to his family." Finally, Alicia Keys had this to say, We all know him in one way or another. In some way he has touched us, been the voice of one of our sweetest memories. And what a wonderful, genuine, compassionate, soft-spoken giant so full of love. "He gave us love, excitement, one-of-a-kind moments in a mundane world. I can't believe he won't be with us here on Earth anymore. But long from now, when we are all dust, he will still never be forgotten. To the best that ever did it! You are loved, admired and respected forever." Source: eonline.com / Billie Jean Michael Jackson Songs Top Charts Worldwide. 28-06-'09 Paul Harris in New York The Observer, Sunday 28 June 2009 Article history Michael Jackson dreamed of a global comeback that would make his moniker "the King of Pop" a reality once more rather than a throwback to happier times. Now, in a grim twist of fate, his untimely death has achieved just that as sales of his albums and songs have rocketed, putting him back on top of the music charts all over the world. There is even the prospect of a new Jackson song being released after self-help guru Deepak Chopra revealed details yesterday of what he said was Jackson's last recording. The Good Morning America TV show played a brief tune, without any words, which Chopra said was part of a song the friends were working on together and which would have addressed environmental issues. "Michael called me a while ago and said he wanted to do something for the environment," Chopra said. "It is in fact the last music he made. We were going to write the words for it. "We were saying the trees are our lungs, the air is our breath," Chopra added, describing the song as comparing Earth to a human body. But it is Jackson's old songs that have generated all the interest in the past two days, with sales surging in almost every country of almost every song that Jackson produced. Within hours of his death three of his albums were in the top 10 chart of iTunes. By Friday all of Amazon's top 15 albums were Jackson's work, and his songs accounted for 60% of all music sales at the online retailer. That meant more Jackson songs had been sold on Amazon in 24 hours than in the past 11 years. Other music stores, including Barnes and Noble and Borders, reported a similar rise in sales. Source: guardian.co.uk / Billie Jean Obama Calls Michael Jackson A "Spectacular Performer". 27-06-'09 U.S. President Barack Obama called Michael Jackson, the 50-year-old "King of Pop" who died suddenly on Thursday, a "spectacular performer" and a music icon, White House spokesman Robert Gibbs said on Friday. Gibbs also said Obama believed some aspects of Jackson's life were "sad and tragic" and offered his condolences to the musician's family. Source: Reuters / Billie Jean 1958 - 2009 Wallpaper. 27-06-'09 Hi, sad Michael Jackson fans we all in shock by the died of The KIng Of Pop. What must I say to you, I feel just like al the fans around the world. Michael is Gone Too Soon. I can't believe it, not today not tomorrow, how can it be. "We’ve not only lost a great friend in Michael but also lost a wonderful sensitive human being. This night I made a new wallpaper, I must to do somethin'. I cry all the time when i'm working on the wallpaper. So, I wish you al the love and support. Webmaster Dirk (MJMR3) Source: Billie Jean Jackson Family Statement. 27-06-'09 The Jackson family issued a statement: "In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter. Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon. It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point, where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times. We miss Michael endlessly, our pain cannot be described in words. But Michael would not want us to give up now. So we want to thank all of his faithful supporters and loyal fans worldwide, you – who Michael loved so much. Please do not despair, because Michael will continue to live on in each and every one of you. Continue to spread his message, because that is what he would want you to do. Carry on, so his legacy will live forever. In addition, Joseph Jackson wishes to personally convey: "My grandchildren are deeply moved by all the love and support you have shown for them and their father, Michael Jackson." Joseph Jackson & Family Source: Billie Jean TIME Special Commemorative Edition. 27-06-'09 Time magazine will publish a $5.99 special commemorative issue on Michael Jackson to hit newsstands on Monday, June 29. For the special commemorative issue, Time spoke with Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, Nancy Reagan, Lenny Kravitz, Jesse Jackson, Tommy Mottola, Berry Gordy, Spike Lee, Sheryl Crow, Anjelica Huston, Clive Davis, Al Sharpton, Deepak Chopra, Kobe Bryant, Lance Bass, Oscar De La Hoya, Savion Glover, A.R. Rahman, Peter Gabriel, John Mayer and more. Stories from the commemorative issue will appear on Time.com Sunday. Source: CNN / Billie Jean Statement By Debbie Rowe. 27-06-'09 In a written statement, Michael Jackson's second ex-wife, Debbie Rowe Jackson, said: "Though Michael is now at peace, the world has lost a beautiful and loving soul. I appreciate the outpouring of support and prayer for Michael, all of his family, me and our children, and hope our privacy can be respected at this difficult time." Source: CNN / Billie Jean Jackson Family Discussing Funeral Plans. 27-06-'09 According to Tito Jackson, the Jackson family is currently together and discussing funeral arrangements for Michael. Tito says the family is spending quality time together today and discussing plans about Michael's funeral. Meanwhile Michael kids are in "good spirits." Asked if there were plans for a public memorial, in addition to the private service, Tito said that option was being discussed now. Source: TMZ / Billie Jean Ticket Refund Update. 27-06-'09 Ticketsmaster has released the following info regarding refund for tickets purchased for the London concerts: Dear Ticketmaster customer, This is a courtesy email from Ticketmaster regarding your Michael Jackson booking. AEG Live, the event organisers has issued the following statement: "On behalf of the entire AEG organisation we extend our deepest condolences to Michael Jackson's family and friends during this tragic time. Full ticket refund information and procedures will be released early next week for all Michael Jackson "This Is It" shows. Fans are advised to hold onto their ticket vouchers/proof of purchase." Ticketmaster will contact all its customers when the refund arrangements are finalised. Source: Ticketmaster / Billie Jean Michael`s Body Released To Family. 27-06-'09 Late Friday night, the body of Michael Jackson has been released to his family members, who have gathered in Encino (California, USA) to plan his funeral arrangements and grieve his loss. His family is debating whether to arrange a public or private funeral. The Los Angeles County coroner's office completed Michael Jackson's autopsy Friday, concluding that there were no signs of foul play or trauma. A person close to the family said Jackson's relatives have many questions about the people who spent time with the pop singer in the days leading up to his death. In particular, Jackson's family wants to know more about the singer's interactions with concert promoter AEG. The family believes that several advisers and representatives who were spending time with Jackson were put in place by AEG. The president of AEG Live has said Dr. Conrad Murray, the cardiologist who was with Michael Jackson when he collapsed Thursday, was hired at the request of the singer. "As a company, we would have preferred not having a physician on staff full-time because it would have been cheaper without the hotels and travel, but Michael was insistent that he be hired," Randy Phillips said Friday. "Michael had a rapport with him." Records reveal that Jackson's doctor had been ordered to pay $400,000 as a result of court judgments over the years and he currently faces at least two other pending court cases and several tax liens. Police have seized the doctor's car in search of evidence, but say Murray is not considered a criminal suspect. The person who spoke to The Associated Press said Jackson's family is also very concerned about the singer's estate, as they are not sure who has been handling his business affairs. "There are decisions going down without the family being in the loop; it's becoming an issue," the person said. While none of Jackson's family members were present when he died, he was not estranged from his relatives, the person close to the family said. The singer's children are now being cared for by his family in Encino. Source: CTC.ca / Billie Jean Dr. Murray Doesn`t Feel Responsible For Death. 27-06-'09 Dr. Conrad Murray, the personal physician to Michael Jackson, is certain he is in no way responsible for the death of Michael Jackson. One of Murray's lawyers, Matt Alford, told the press that Dr. Murray will meet with the LAPD today at 4 pm. Alford says Murray is not considered by the police to be a suspect, and at this point it is not a criminal investigation. However, the police want Dr. Murray to help piece together a timeline of the day's events. Source: MJFC / Billie Jean Family Wants 2nd Autopsy. 27-06-'09 The Rev. Jesse Jackson says Michael Jackson's family wants an independent autopsy following the entertainer's sudden death at age 50. Jesse Jackson said after a Chicago press conference Saturday that there are unanswered questions surrounding the King of Pop's death, including about the role of the personal cardiologist who was with him. The Los Angeles County coroner's office performed an autopsy on Friday but deferred a finding on the cause of death pending further tests that could take more than a month. Jesse Jackson says the family's wound from the sudden death is being kept open by the mystery of the cause of death. Source: AP / Billie Jean Michael Jackson's Kids Want To Remain With Grandparents. 27-06-'09 Sources close to the Jackson family are saying that Michael Jackson's three children -- Michael Joseph, Jr., Paris Michael Katherine and Prince "Blanket" Michael II -- say they want to stay with their grandparents, specifically Katherine Jackson.
They have no relationship with Debbie Rowe, who is the biological mother of Michael and Paris. Source: Billie Jean Michael Jackson Died 1958 - 2009. 27-06-'09 Michael Jackson fans what should I say, I cannot pass a word over my lips, not touch food. Why? Why? is our pop idol passed away on his fiftieth. Now I'm a sad fan who's inner side totally broken, something died in my. Sit with an emptiness in my hart and my wife Rita support me a lot, love her. I've been already 27 years fan of Michael and will be a fan for ever, as imitator I've decided yesterday in an interview to perform further until my fiftieth. My dream to met Michael will never come true, would like to show to my beloved Rita the "This is it" performance on July 18th but it may not happen. Everything was been booked, the Eurostar, the hotel etc. Very spiteful that I have to cancel this. 50 Years and on the top of his comeback he goes away from us to a place where they will receive him with open arms. Michael was so good for the world, his fans and of course his children, he will be living for ever in my heart. For me was Michael a human being of whom I loved, like to see him dancing and singing. His smile was so special, the child in him has always affect me. Have never spoken to him, nor shake him the hand, still I had the feeling knowing him. What I felt the last days I've never felt before so sad I am, it has given me Friday such a rare feeling to give an interview on TV as an imitator. Michael I shall miss you for ever, you get a place in my heart next to my beloved Rita and my 2 children. Love you forever "Gone Too Soon". Webmaster Dirk Michael Jackson fans wat zou ik zeggen, krijg geen woord over mijn lippen, laat staan eten. Waarom? Waarom? is ons popidool heen gegaan op zijn 50ste. Ben nu een verdrietige fan die binnenin kapot is, er sterft iets in mij. Zit nu met een leegte in mijn hart en mijn vrouw Rita steunt mij enorm, hou van haar. Ben al 27 jaar fan van Michael en zal een fan blijven voor eeuwig, als imitator heb ik gisteren in een interview beslist om verder op te treden tot mijn 50ste. Mijn droom om Michael te ontmoeten zal nooit waar worden, wilde de 18de juli aan mijn geliefde Rita het "This Is It" optreden laten zien maar mocht niet zijn. Alles was al geboekt, de Eurostar, het hotel enz. Heel spijtig dat ik dat heb moeten annuleren. 50 jaar en op het punt van zijn comeback gaat hij van ons heen waar ze Michael met open armen ontvangen. Michael was zo goed voor de wereld, zijn fans en natuurlijk de kinderen, hij zal eeuwig in mijn hart blijven leven. Voor mij was Michael een mens waar ik van hield, zag hem graag dansen en zingen. Zijn lach was zo speciaal, het kind in hem heeft mij altijd ontroerd. Heb hem nooit gesproken, immer een hand gegeven, toch had ik het gevoel hem te kennen. Wat ik de laatste dagen voel heb ik nog nooit gevoeld zo verdrietig ben ik, gaf mij te vrijdag zo een raar gevoel om als imitator een interview te doen voor TV. Michael ik zal je missen voor altijd, je krijgt een plaats in mijn hart naast mijn geliefde Rita en mijn 2 kinderen. Love you forever "Gone Too Soon". Webmaster Dirk Source: Billie Jean 1 / 2 December / November / October / September / August / July / June / May / April / March / February / January |
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