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Michael Jackson's Grammy family fury
Michael Jackson's family are furious after being snubbed by the Grammy Awards.
The late 'Thriller' star - who died from an acute Propofol intoxication last June - was honoured with a special musical tribute to mark being given a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award but
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Michael Jackson looms over brothers
The Jackson brothers cannot escape their brother's legacy.
The siblings - Marlon, Tito, Jackie and Jermaine - have admitted wherever they go, they can see and feel their brother Michael.
Tito, 56, said: "No matter what we're doing - working in the studio or
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Michael Jackson to get 3-D tribute
Michael Jackson is to perform from beyond the grave in a 3-D tribute at the Grammy Awards.
Some of the world's biggest stars - including Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, Smokey Robinson and Usher - will take to the stage next Sunday (31.01.10) to sing
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Jackson 4 to tour
Michael Jackson's brothers are planning a world tour as the Jackson 4.
The remaining members of the group - Marlon, Tito, Jackie and Jermaine - announced their plans yesterday (09.12.09) for a reunion next year, and hope to recreate the sound that made them stars as the
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AMA king Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson was honoured with four American Music Awards (AMAs) last night (22.11.09).
The late 'Thriller' singer's brother Jermaine Jackson paid tribute to the star when accepting the prizes for Favourite Soul/ R'n'B Artist, Favourite Pop/Rock Male Vocalist,
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Unsatisfied Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson was "never satisfied" with his music.
According to singer-and-producer Akon - who worked with the 'King of Pop' on many tracks for possible future release - the legendary pop star was never happy with his songs and always aspired to do something greater.
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Almost perfect Michael Jackson
Justin Timberlake thinks Michael Jackson's songs were "99.79 percent perfect".
The 'Love Sex Magic' singer - who has previously cited the late 'King of Pop' as his musical icon - has always "gravitated" towards the 'Bad' singer's musical hits despite not understanding
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Michael Jackson's first fan Ne-Yo
Ne-Yo wants to be "one of the first" to watch 'Michael Jackson's This Is It'.
The R'n'B star - who has often spoken about his adoration for the late pop singer and paid tribute to him at the BET awards with a rendition of 'I'll Be There' - is determined to watch the
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King of AMAs Michael Jackson
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Michael Jackson has been nominated for five American Music Awards.
The pop legend - who died on June 25 - is in the running to be named Artist of the Year at the prestigious event and will be up against Taylor Swift, Eminem, Kings of Leon and Lady
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Michael Jackson fan to dance for icon
Michael Jackson fans can compete for the chance to dance in front of his family.
New TV show 'Move Like Michael Jackson' will start filming in the UK later this month and contestants will battle it out for the chance to star in an official tribute concert for the late
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Michael Jackson's 44k glove
One of Michael Jackson's iconic white gloves has sold for £44,000.
The late pop star's famous accessory - which he wore on his 1984 'Victory Tour' and which featured 50 tiny lights - sold for the huge sum at the Profiles in History auction in Calabasas, California, at
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New Michael Jackson broadcast
A previously-unheard song by Michael Jackson has received its first airing.
The song, entitled This Is It, starting being broadcast on the late king of pop's official website this morning, before being allowed to be played on radio stations.
A message on
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Michael Jackson memorabilia tour
Michael Jackson's belongings are going on show in London.
A display of memorabilia and items owned by the late pop singer is being shipped from America to The O2 arena, where the 'Thriller' star was scheduled to perform his 50-date 'This Is It' residency, after his
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Michael Jackson to appear at VMAs
The trailer for Michael Jackson's 'This Is It' documentary will premiere at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).
The clip of 'This Is It' - which details the late pop icon's rehearsals for the 50 shows he was due to perform in London from July - will air at 9pm in the US
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Disneyland to honour Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson is to be honoured at Disneyland.
Bosses at the Californian theme park are considering bringing back 'Captain EO', a 17-minute 3D movie starring the late 'King of Pop' which was originally shown at the venue in the 80s and 90s.
The film was about a
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Jackson doctors to be charged
Michael Jackson's personal doctor will be charged with manslaughter within two weeks, it has been claimed.
Officers investigating the late 'Thriller' singer's death are planning to arrest Dr. Conrad Murray over claims he gave Michael prescription drugs, including an
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Michael Jackson was 'cracking up'
Michael Jackson was "cracking up" under the pressure of his 50 London shows, according to a psychiatrist.
The unnamed analyst claims the late pop icon was increasingly erratic ahead of the proposed dates, which were due to start in July and run into 2010, with him
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Michael Jackson 'killed by aide'
Michael Jackson was allegedly killed by an aide while his doctor slept.
The pop legend - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest on June 25 - had been given surgical anaesthetic Propofol by his personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray earlier in the day and is thought to have
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Michael Jackson survived on juice diet
Michael Jackson "didn't want to eat food".
The late pop icon - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest on June 25 - existed on a liquid-based diet in the months leading up to his death as he didn't like consuming solid substances, his former nutritionist Cherilyn Lee has
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Michael Jackson 'injected by Murray'
Dr. Conrad Murray injected Michael Jackson with the drug that killed him, it has been claimed.
A law enforcement officer has alleged the late pop icon was regularly given Propofol - an anaesthetic to put people to sleep before surgery and only supposed to be used in
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Michael Jackson had secret cash for home
Michael Jackson had secretly stored away cash so he could buy his "dream home".
The 'Thriller' singer - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest, believed to have been caused by prescription drugs, last month - was desperate to purchase the 10-acre estate in Las Vegas,
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Michael Jackson's Peter Pan tears
Michael Jackson begged to play Peter Pan in a London musical.
The 'Thriller' star - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest last month - became overwhelmed with emotion when he met theatre director Sir Trevor Nunn to seek advice on his tour in the 80s and learned he had
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Michael Jackson secret son welcomed
Michael Jackson's suspected fourth child will be welcomed into his family, according to his brother.
Jermaine Jackson has pledged to treat Omer Bhatti - whom Jackson claims he fathered after a one night stand in 1984 - like Michael's other three children, Prince Michael
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Michael Jackson bigger than The Beatles
Tito Jackson says his brother Michael will become more popular than The Beatles or Elvis Presley now he is dead.
The former member of the Jackson Five - the group which launched his brother's stratospheric career - has revealed Michael was bitter critics never classed
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Jackson 'three' to face charges?
Michael Jackson's death "will result in charges", it has been alleged.
The late pop icon's unofficial biographer Ian Halperin has claimed the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is investigating three people in relation to Michael's death.
Ian said: "My source
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Michael Jackson hid drug use
Michael Jackson's family raided his home to confront him over his drug use.
The late pop icon tried desperately to conceal his abuse of prescription medications from his siblings and even ordered his bodyguards not to let them in his house.
His brother Tito
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Joe Jackson planning Jackson Three
Michael Jackson's children are to tour the world as The Jackson Three.
The late pop star's father Joe Jackson - who managed the Jackson Five, the group that launched Michael's glittering music career - has reportedly lined up Prince Michael I, 12, Paris, 11, and
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Michael Jackson to sing from beyond grave
Michael Jackson will perform from beyond the grave in London next month.
The late singer's 'This Is It' show is being planned to take place at The O2 arena - where the 'Smooth Criminal' singer had sold-out a 50-night residency - on August 29, the day of Michael's 51st
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Michael Jackson's cloning plan
Michael Jackson was desperate to clone himself.
The 'King of Pop' reportedly became "obsessed" with the idea of creating a "mini-version of himself" after attending a conference on human cloning with spoon bending psychic Uri Geller in Las Vegas in 2002.
Michael's
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Michael Jackson haunts Neverland
Michael Jackson's ghost has been spotted at Neverland.
Fans of the late pop star - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest on June 25, aged 50 - claim the image of his spirit can be seen in the background of a TV show filmed inside his beloved ranch.
During an
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Michael Jackson killed by debt
Michael Jackson died because of the pressure of his $400 million debts, according to his personal trainer.
Lou Ferrigno claims Jackson was forced into agreeing to his 50-night 'This Is It' comeback concerts because of his massive financial problems, and the 'Incredible
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Jackson memorial service names attendees
The music lovers who will be able to attend the memorial service for the late Michael Jackson have been selected.
Some 8,750 people have been granted access to the ceremony, which takes place tomorrow (July 7th), from more than 1.6 million who applied.
However, the
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Jackson's bodyguard blames doctors
Michael Jackson's former bodyguard says his doctors "have blood on their hands".
Matt Fiddes, who worked for the star for 10 years, claims he confiscated needles from the 'Thriller' singer out of fear he would kill himself with prescription drugs.
He said: "We
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Concert promoter wants Jackson answers
Michael Jackson's concert promoter has demanded "answers" from the late star's doctors.
Randy Phillips, CEO of AEG Live, who were staging his 'This Is It' 50-date London residency, wants to see the results of medical checks taken by the 'Thriller' star - who died of a
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Diana Ross named guardian in Jackson will
Michael Jackson named Diana Ross as a potential legal guardian of his children.
The pop legend - who died last Thursday (25.06.09) after a suspected cardiac arrest - stated in his will he wanted the singer to care for Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and seven-year-old
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Michael Jackson's murder fears
Michael Jackson feared someone was trying to kill him shortly before he died.
The pop superstar was reportedly terrified of being murdered for his money or the music publishing rights he owned, which included his own work and over 200 songs from the Beatles back
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Jackson 5 to stage tribute show
Michael Jackson's "amazing" stage show is to be recreated by his family.
The 'Thriller' star - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest last Thursday (25.06.09) - was due to begin a 50-night residency in London this month.
Promoters AEG Live say the show was so
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Michael Jackson set for glass coffin?
Michael Jackson's body could be displayed in a glass coffin.
The 50-year-old singer's family are discussing the possibility of placing the late star in a see-through casket to allow his fans to say goodbye following his death last Thursday (25.06.09).
However, the
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Michael Jackson's Neverland shrine
Michael Jackson's former home could be turned into a shrine to the late star.
The 'Thriller' singer - who died of a suspected cardiac arrest on Thursday (25.06.09) - reportedly told friends he wanted to be buried at the Neverland ranch so fans would always be able to pay
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Joe Jackson suspects Michael 'foul play'
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Michael Jackson's father suspects "foul play" in his son's death.
Joe Jackson refused to reveal any details about his concerns, but admitted he was struggling to come to terms with the suddenness of Michael's passing last week.
He said: "Michael was dead
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Michael Jackson dies
Self-styled King of Pop Michael Jackson has passed away after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest at his home in Los Angeles.
The singer was rushed to hospital after the attack, and died around two hours later. He was 50 years old.
Jackson has been dogged by
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Michael Jackson dies in Los Angeles
Michael Jackson, the king of pop, has died in Los Angeles of a suspected heart attack, aged 50.
The pop icon was rushed from his Bel-Air home to UCLA Medical Centre at around midday local time (20:00 BST) after being found not breathing.
Paramedics attempted to
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Michael Jackson fans 'looking for refunds'
Michael Jackson fans are expressing concern that they may be left out of pocket by his death yesterday (June 25th).
Music lovers who were planning to attend the pop star's 50-date residency at London's O2 Arena are reportedly worried that they will not receive refunds for
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Michael Jackson's shining shows
Michael Jackson is using 300,000 Swarovski crystals in his comeback shows.
The 'Thriller' singer - whose 50-night 'This Is It' residency at London's O2 arena begins next month - will have over £1 million worth of the gems in 53 shapes, 40 sizes and 27 colours, added onto
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Michael Jackson helped by Hulk
Michael Jackson is being trained by Lou Ferrigno.
The 'Incredible Hulk' actor - a former Mr. Universe - is paying secret visits to the 'Thriller' star's Los Angeles home to help him prepare for his forthcoming 'This Is It' run of shows at London's O2 arena.
A
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Michael Jackson in $40m lawsuit
Michael Jackson is looking at a $40 million (£24.4 million) lawsuit concerning a reunion concert with the other members of The Jackson 5.
The popstar is being sued by promoter Allgood Entertainment, which is alleging breach of contract for an agreement that was made
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Michael Jackson sued for $20m
Michael Jackson is being sued for $20 million.
The 'Thriller' singer has been accused of a breaching a contract his manager signed last November with AllGood Entertainment, which promised the star would participate in a reunion concert with the Jackson 5 before any solo
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Jackson pushes back first four O2 shows
Michael Jackson has rescheduled the first four of his upcoming shows at the O2 Arena due to the complexities of the stage performances.
The King of Pop, whose representatives have recently denied claims he is suffering from skin cancer after he was photographed leaving a
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Jackson 'sued by former publicist'
Music icon Michael Jackson could be sued for $44 million (£29 million) by a former publicist.
Raymone Bain has alleged that the Thriller star has failed to pay for her services and has not paid her a share of the profits from deals she lined up.
In a statement,
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Group 'concerned' at Jackson stage plans
Michael Jackson has upset an animal rights charity over plans to ride an African elephant out onto the stage at his forthcoming comeback gigs.
According to a report in the Daily Mirror, the 50-year-old singer not only wants to include the elephant but also a selection of
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Michael Jackson sells out O2
Tickets for Michael Jackson's 50-date programme at London's O2 have already sold, the event's organisers have revealed.
One million tickets were bought within hours of being put on sale this morning, with the King of Pop said to be "thrilled" by the
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Comeback Jackson 'needed health MOT'
Pop star Michael Jackson needed to have a health check to ensure he is fit for a comeback, it has been reported.
Fans of the King of Pop are waiting for an official confirmation that Jackson will play a series of gigs at the O2 Arena in London.
However, the Daily
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John Landis sues Michael Jackson
Pop star Michael Jackson is being sued by the original director of the Thriller music video, it has been revealed.
John Landis, who also directed The Blues Brothers and An American Werewolf in London, has launched a lawsuit alleging there are unpaid royalties connected to
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Michael Jackson 'incapable' of Vegas show
Michael Jackson's rumoured plans for a spectacular Las Vegas residency have been ridiculed by a Sin City promoter.
A number of rumours have circulated over Jackson's next career move, with many of them linking him to a money-spinning residency which could top anything ever
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Michael Jackson pulls live TV comeback
Michael Jackson pulled out of a live TV performance this week which was to signify his comeback to the music world.
The Sun reports that Jackson had been lined up as a secret guest performer on the final of American Idol, which was broadcast on May 21 to an audience of around 27
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Michael Jackson moving to Devon?
Michael Jackson is considering moving to the rolling hills of Devon in the UK, it has been revealed.
Older brother Tito Jackson has been looking at property in north Devon, and Michael himself has paid several visits to the area - famously making an appearance several years go at
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Michael Jackson rumoured for Grammy slot
Michael Jackson is being tipped for a surprise appearance at next month's Grammy Awards.
With rumours of an possible live residency at the 02 Arena in London planned this year, as well as recent reports that the pop superstar is set to make a remarkable live comeback at the Super
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New Michael Jackson single revealed!
Michael Jackson has given fans a taster of his new sound by releasing a clip from a remixed version of 'The Girl Is Mine'.
The pop superstar is currently working on his comeback album with will.I.am, and the pair can be heard on a reworking of his famed duet with Paul McCartney,
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Michael Jackson slams nanny cruelty claims
Pop superstar Michael Jackson has gone on the offensive after reports of cruelty towards his children's nanny, Grace Rwaramba, surfaced in the press recently.
Claims this week portray Jackson in a bad light, saying he abandoned Rwaramba while she suffered from lupus disease. A
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Michael Jackson weds child nanny?
According to reports, Michael Jackson has secretly married his children's nanny.
Michael Jackson's spokesperson was quick to deny the story, which surfaced this week in the U.S. weekly, accompanied with printed copies of a recently dated real estate document in which Jackson
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Michael Jackson snubbed by Prince
Reports this week are talking up a 'devastated' Michael Jackson, after the pop superstar's invitation to Price for a joint tour was turned down flatly.
The reclusive star has been planning his comeback for close to two years, and is said to have asked the funk-rock star to perform
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Jackson eyes 50-foot Vegas robot
Michael Jackson is considering plans to unleash a 50-foot robotic replica of himself in the Nevada desert around Las Vegas, it has been reported.
The pop star has been living in Vegas since his return from Bahrain last year, and is strongly rumoured to be planning a series of
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Michael Jackson slams 'false' gossip
Michael Jackson has rebuffed at least three tabloid rumours doing the rounds this month with a new statement, slamming a number of reports as "erroneous and untrue".
The statement was released to producers at celebrity news show Access Hollywood, in an attempt to focus attention
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Michael Jackson: 'no' to American Idol
Michael Jackson has written off reports linking him to an appearance on hit reality show American Idol.
The pop superstar responded to comments in a number of U.S. media outlets last week, which claimed he was being lined up to have his own themed week on 'Idol', with contestants
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Jermaine Jackson: Michael 'needs' Allah
Michael Jackson has been urged to consider becoming a Muslim by his brother, Jermaine.
The Celebrity Big Brother entrant has revealed this week that he's been telling his superstar sibling how converting to Islam could help Jackson get a grip on his life - in the same way faith
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Jackson delays Tokyo dinner date
Michael Jackson has pulled out of a Christmas party scheduled to take place this week in Japan.
The pop star was the guest of honour at a special dinner, where tickets cost up to 400,000 yen (£1,787). He was not planning to perform at the event, where organizers had laid on
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Urban artist takes aim at Michael Jackson
British guerrilla street artist Banksy has taken a shot at the king of pop with his latest work, unveiled this week in the British capital.
The graffiti artist, who's memorable street murals have courted controversy in London since the late 90's, has depicted Jackson in a send-up
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Jackson stalked by Aussie drag queen
Arguably this week's most bizarre story (and it's still Monday) reaches us today that Michael Jackson is being stalked by a drag queen
The pop megastar, who is currently based in Ireland as he writes and records a comeback album, is set to make an appearance this week at the World
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Jackson set for London 'Thriller'
Michael Jackson will mark his live comeback next week with a performance of his classic hit single "Thriller".
Confirmed to be playing at the World Music Awards in London next week, held on Nov. 15 at the Earls Court Arena, the 48-year-old star will be making his first live
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Jackson ordered to pay ex-wife
Michael Jackson has been ordered to pay legal fees totalling $60,000 to his ex-wife as she fights for custody of the couple's two children.
Deborah Rowe, formerly Jackson's dermatologist who was married to the star from 1999-2002, has originally sought $195,000 (£103,000), but
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Jackson rumoured for Thriller remake
Michael Jackson could be set to reunite with the original 'Thriller' director John Landis for his comeback video, it being reported.
Landis directed Jackson's epic landmark music video "Thriller", later worked with the 48-year-old pop superstar on "Black and White". Landis has a
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Michael Jackson ditches charity single
Michael Jackson has decided against releasing comeback single "What More Can I Give" because of a row over royalty payments.
The long-awaited charity single was originally written to raise funds for families of the victims of the 9/11 terror attacks, but in video evidence prepared
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Jackson returns to the spotlight in Japan
Michael Jackson made his first public appearance in over a year this weekend to collect an award at the MTV Japan Music Video awards.
Looking well in an all-black suit, Jackson's attendance at the award ceremony - where he was honoured with a "Legend Award" - is his first since
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Jackson house hunting in the UK
Michael Jackson has confirmed plans to buy a home in the UK this year, it has been revealed.
The pop legend has spend most of his time living in Bahrain since his acquittal on child abuse charges last year, and recently signed a deal with the Prince of Bahrain's record label 2
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Michael Jackson blasts GQ skit
Michael Jackson and his legal aids have fired a warning shot at a new centre-spread feature in this month's GQ, satirising the reclusive star.
The highbrow men's fashion bible recently send journalist Devin Friedman to Bahrain to track down Jackson for a new article. But after
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Jackson plans 50 Cent comeback
Reports suggest the king of pop plans to work with the megastar rapper.
Michael Jackson is reportedly tapping 50 Cent to bolster his failing music career, it has been reported.
Although Jackson failed to make a public appearance at last week's Bahrain
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Jackson's Neverland ranch shut down
Local authorities order the estate to be closed after a dispute.
Michael Jackson's Neverland ranch looks like it could be forced to close its doors after local authorities served an order preventing Jackson from hiring staff.
Jackson's 30-strong workforce,
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Yet more Jackson scandal emerges
It's not been a good week for the pop superstar.
Michael Jackson's private live has continued to be dragged through the media this week, with another report emerging as to the parentage of his third child.
The 47-year-old, who affectionately names the child
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Michael Jackson 'has a thing for kids'
His brother Jermaine lets his doubts known in transcript.
According to reports, Jermaine Jackson doubted his brother's innocence after the pop star's arrest in 2003.
Documents recently leaked to press reveal that Jermaine submitted transcripts, which the
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Jackson's Katrina single nears completion
The track comes six months after the disaster.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Michael Jackson broke his silence to confirm plans for a charity single. Six months on, and it appears to be nearing completion.
"I Have A Dream", as the track is currently titled, will
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Jackson under wraps in Bahrain
The pop star seen wearing traditional women's clothes.
Cameras have caught Michael Jackson while out shopping in Bahrain - wearing a black outfit traditionally worn by women.
The quirky pop superstar has been in the Persian Gulf since leaving his Neverland ranch last
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Jackson in child passport investigation
An investigation into his conduct when applying for his children's passports ongoing.
US authorities are investigating allegations that Michael Jackson lied about his custody status in order to get passports for his children.
The original passports for Prince Michael Jr
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Jackson looking to update image
The pop legend reportedly preparing to relaunch his music career.
If reports are to believed, Michael Jackson is currently undergoing a rigourous image overhaul as he prepares to relaunch his faltering pop career.
The star, currently holed up in Bahrain where he was
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Jackson sued over Beatles catalogue
The star reportedly owes close to £50m.
Michael Jackson looks set for yet more court drama later this year after details emerged today of a £50m ($90m) lawsuit, filed by a finance company who say were never paid for helping Jackson acquire his greatest asset -
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Jackson breaks silence
Thanks family and fans for their 'love, support and loyalty'.
Michael Jackson has spoken publicly for the first time since his acquittal on charges of child molestation, thanking fans for their "love, support and loyalty".
It's been just over two weeks since the jury in
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Jackson wanted a knighthood
The star reportedly 'obsessed' with his celebrity
Michael Jackson became fixated with receiving an honorary knighthood, a former employee has revealed.
Formerly the head of PR for Jackson, Bob Jones said in a recent interview with US show Access Hollywood: "We spent a
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Jackson trial approaching final act
Lawyers prepare for closing arguments.
Jurors in the Michael Jackson molestation trial were given their final instructions by Judge Melville yesterday, as one of this decade's most high-profile cases enters its final stages.
Closing arguments are due to begin today at
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High drama as ex-wife backs Jackson
Miss Rowe testifies her on screen compliments about her ex-husband were not staged.
As the prosecution prepare to wrap up almost three months of evidence and questioning, one of their key witnesses has delivered unexpected testimony supporting her ex-husband.
Miss Rowe,
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Jackson returns home after hospital visit
Michael Jackson left hospital in good spirits yesterday, returning to his Neverland home to continue his recovery from influenza.
The pop star was expected in court this week as jury selection continues. However, the 46-year-old was rushed to the Marian Medical Center Tuesday
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All-star witnesses planned for Jackson trial
Michael Jackson's defence team have revealed celebrities including Elizabeth Taylor and Diana Ross may be called to the stand in defence of the pop star during his child molestation trial.
With juror questioning underway Monday, Thomas Mesereau Jr. unveiled the star-studded list
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Judge rejects Jackson trial delay
Lawyers representing Michael Jackson have failed in their bid to delay his forthcoming trial.
Jackson's defence team asked the Supreme Court in Santa Maria, California, to order the charges dropped on grounds of "vindictive prosecution" and "outrageous government conduct"
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Jackson lawyers move to dismiss trial
Michael Jackson's lawyers have launched a bid to have child molestation charges against the star dropped.
Filed on December 10, the motion will go to hearing 10 days later. The pop star's legal team have filed motions of continuance to look at evidence, which was obtained from
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Jackson trial judge will not delay case
Michael Jackson's forthcoming trial for child molestation charges is on course to begin January 31st.
Santa Barbara County Superior Court Judge Rodney Melville has arranged a series of exhaustive hearings to conclude all outstanding pre-trial motions ahead of the
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Jackson defence lawyer quits
Michael Jackson has lost a key member in his legal team.
The departure of defence lawyer Steve Cochran was announced Friday, October 15, for "confidential reasons", although lead attorney Tom Merereau will continue to lead Jackson's legal team.
"I would like to thank
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Jackson slams "demeaning" Eminem video
Michael Jackson is asking music TV stations to remove Eminem's new video from their setlist, branding the promo clip "outrageous and disrespectful".
"Just Lose It" stylistically follows on from Eminem's Moby-bashing 2002 clip "Without Me". In the video the rapper ridicules
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Jackson Team In Bid To Oust Prosecutor
Michael Jackson's legal team are requesting the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's office be removed from the star's child abuse case.
The reasons behind the motion, filed Monday (October 4), were kept secret to maintain confidentiality of exhibits and witness
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Michael Jackson Trial Date Set
The judge overseeing the child molestation case against
Michael Jackson has set a provisional trial date of September 13th.
The hearing, last Friday, saw a small gathering of the pop superstar's fans outside the court, but Jackson himself was not present.
His defence
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Police Seize Jackson Memorabilia
Michael Jackson memorabilia, including underwear worn by the star, has been seized by police for investigation in the pop stars trial on child abuse charges.
The items, which also include stage costumes, financial documents and letters, were taken by New Jersey police in
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Grand Jury Indicts Jackson On Abuse Charges
Pop superstar
Michael Jackson is to stand trial after a Californian grand jury investigating child sex abuse claims decided there was enough evidence to indict the musician.
The news, revealed yesterday (April 21st) by unnamed sources but not yet officially confirmed by the
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Jackson Wins Court Order
Michael Jackson has won a legal battle to close a website run by a businessman in possession of historic Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5 memorabilia.
A ruling last week in Los Angeles federal court said that Henry V. Vaccaro Sr. was not permitted to sell any of the items
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Lisa Marie Defends Jackson
Lisa Marie Presley has clarified comments made about ex-husband
Michael Jackson, saying she never saw him act inappropriately with children.
The show of support comes after recent allegations, in which Jackson faces charges of sex abuse against him. Presley, the
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Enrique Iglesias To Play Two Indian Cities
Latino heart throb Enrique Iglesias who is currently the best-selling Latin recording artist in the world is to play two major shows in India in April. The Grammy award-winning singer has sold more than 13 million albums in a mere three years.
The Indian public are big music
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Officials Deny Jackson 'Manhandling' Claim
Officials involved in the
Michael Jackson case have defended themselves against allegations the star made to the media that he was manhandled and his shoulder dislocated.
Jackson made the claims in an interview with CBS over the weekend, in which he protested his innocence
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Jackson Officially Charged On Nine Counts
Michael Jackson was officially charged on Thursday evening with nine counts of molesting a boy under the age of 14, seven of which have been categorised as 'lewd acts'.
The pop superstar was arrested last month on suspicion of molesting the boy at his Neverland Valley ranch
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Jackson Video Canned
Michael Jackson's record label has confirmed that the video for his new single 'One More Chance' will not be released.
The troubled pop superstar, currently defending himself against possible charges of child molestation, was due to shoot the video in Las Vegas last month but as
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Michael Jackson Sues Airline Over Filming
Michael Jackson is to sue the airline that allegedly filmed private conversations between the singer and his lawyer.
His lawyer confirmed that a lawsuit has been filed against XtraJet, a private jet firm based in Santa Monica. The video was reportedly offered for sale to the media
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America Goes Wacko Over Jacko
The world's press are holding their breath today after a police press conference is announced for this evening (19th November), following a police search of the stars Neverland ranch.
The first sign of a scandal in the making emerged yesterday when around 60 investigators from the
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Jackson Celebrates 45 Years
Michael Jackson celebrated his 45th birthday last weekend with a huge party attended by fans.
The three-hour celebration, described as 'a party in the spirit of love, celebration and unity', took place at the Orpheus Theatre in Los Angeles and tickets were snapped up by fans for
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Jackson Five Plan Reunion
Jermaine Jackson has revealed to the BBC that Jackson 5 - including his brother Michael Jackson - are planning a re-union tour and a new album.
The last time the five brothers performed together was in 2001 at a celebration of Michael's 30 years in the music business. It seems the
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New Michael Jackson Documentary
Fox Television is to air another Michael Jackson special. The US TV network is to show Michael Jackson's Private Home Movies on April 24th. The executive producer of the show is the same person who produced Michael Jackson Take 2: The Interview They Wouldn't Show You. This was the
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News From Michael Jackson
Fox Television is to air another Michael Jackson special. The US TV network is to show Michael Jackson's Private Home Movies on April 24th. The executive producer of the show is the same person who produced Michael Jackson Take 2: The Interview They Wouldn't Show You. This was the
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Jackson Loses $5 Lawsuit
Michael Jackson has been ordered to pay $5.3 million after losing a court case regarding a non-appearance in Sydney on New Years Eve 2000.
A court decreed that Jackson did not honour an agreement he made with concert promoter Marcel Avram to perform two shows on Dec 31 - one is
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Sky One To Show Jackson's Answer
Sky One has won the race to show the Michael Jackson two-hour special -‘The Michael Jackson Interview: The Footage You Were Never Meant to See’. The UK public will get a chance to view the show when it goes out on Monday evening at 9.00pm. Sky seemed the natural choice to win the
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US Sees Jackson’s Version Tonight
The furore that has surrounded the UK documentary ‘Living With Michael Jackson’ by UK broadcaster Martin Bashir comes to a climax tonight on US television. US broadcasting company Fox have secured the rights to screen a two-hour special ‘Michael Jackson, Take Two: The Interview They
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Jackson Releases 'His' Documentary
Michael Jackson has released a video showing that his recent allegations against UK broadcaster Martin Bashir are possibly justified. Bashir is heard complimenting Jackson on his role as a father and says to Jackson that his relationship with his children is spectacular, his
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UK Charts: t.A.T.u. Week Two
Russian Pop duo t.A.T.u. are the UK number one for a second week tonight with 'All The Things She Said'
Oasis' 'Songbird' was thought to be going into the number one spot but instead settles for number three behind a new entry by Justin Timberlake - 'Cry Me A River' - which
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Jackson Video Version Of Documentary
Michael Jackson has hit back after a week of continued controversy following the airing of a documentary special about the star. 14 Million people watched the show in the UK followed almost 27 million viewers in the USA. Despite allowing broadcaster Martin Bashir complete access to
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Michael Jackson: Official Press Statement
Michael is devastated and feels utterly betrayed by the British television programme, Living With Michael Jackson, presented by Martin Bashir and broadcast in the UK on Monday, February 3, 2003, which he regards as a gross distortion of the truth and a tawdry attempt to misrepresent
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Stunning Michael Jackson Documentary Airs
Martin Bashir, the interviewer and broadcaster who interviewed the late Diana Princess of Wales was seen last night interviewing Michael Jackson. The documentary, at just under two hours long was a remarkable insight into the life of the child star that became one of the biggest
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8 Months In The Life of Michael Jackson
An intriguing documentary that takes a ‘fly on the wall’ look at the life of controversial singer Michael Jackson is to be shown on UK’s ITV1. Television journalist Martin Bashir, who is best known for his Princess Diana interview in 1995, followed the star around for 8 months.
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Jackson: 'History Books Are A Lie'
Michael Jackson has launched another scathing attack on the music industry, claiming "manipulation and conspiracy" are some of the hurdles facing Black recording artists.
The outburst came during the Music Industry Initiative summit organised by Rev. Al Sharpton and follow remarks
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Sony & Michael Jackson Buy Acuff-Rose
Pop superstar Michael Jackson has partnered with Sony Music Entertainment to buy the legendary country music publisher Acuff-Rose, whose 55,000-song library includes works by Hank Williams, Roy Orbison and the Everly Brothers, the seller, Gaylord Entertainment Co., said on Tuesday.
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Jackson To Leave Sony
Michael Jackson has announced that he is to leave Sony Music.
He made the announcement at an event in London last weekend. He said that he was finished with Sony and had to just fulfil his final commitment to the label. All that remains is one greatest hits album and three new
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Jackson plans film
Michael Jackson has announced to US Magazine 'TV Guide' that he is to shoot a film with Liza Minelli.
During an interview with US magazine, MJ said the film would be entitled, 'Capricious Anomaly In The Sea Of Space'.
He also said the film was: "About two struggling
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