Monday, July 13, 2009

Murder? 

The late Michael Jackson's sister, La Toya, is reported to believe that Jackson was murdered for his money.

She allegedly claims that Jackson was "victim" of a "shadowy entourage" who got him hooked on drugs, and wanted to milk him for his money.

Whilst it is highly likely that there were many people around Jackson who had covetous eyes on his money, "murdering" him would surely be killing the golden goose?

It would be in the interests of this "shadowy entourage" to keep him alive as long as possible so that they could continue to "milk" him.

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Friday, July 10, 2009

Resolution Blocked 

A resolution sponsored by Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, honoring Michael Jackson has been blocked by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

"A resolution, I think, would open up to contrary views to — that are not necessary at this time to be expressed in association with a resolution whose purpose is quite different."

Somewhat less diplomatically Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., posted a video on YouTube calling Michael Jackson a "pervert" and a "paedophile".

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Thursday, July 09, 2009

Michael Jackson's Brain 

The Los Angeles assistant chief coroner, Ed Winter, said that Michael Jackson's brain, or part of it, would be returned to the Jackson family for interment after further tests.

The death certificate does not identify the cause of death.

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Wednesday, July 08, 2009

1 Billion 

An estimated 1 billion people around the world watched Michael Jackson's memorial service yesterday, ironically achieving viewing numbers in death what he didn't achieve in life.

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Tuesday, July 07, 2009

Michael Jackson's Memorial Service Live Feed 

Watch live feed of Michael Jackson's memorial service here.

The Michael Jackson Memorial live stream will start at 12:30PM ET / 9:30AM PST on Tuesday, July 7th:

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Crackdown on Touts 

Unsurprisingly the tickets for the funeral/memorial of the late Michael Jackson, to be held today in Los Angeles, are being touted on the net for staggering sums of up to $25K.

Craigslist and eBay state that, when a tout is flagged by other users, they are pulling the adverts as soon as they can.

Over 1.6M applied for the 17,500 free tickets.

The service will be streamed live on the net. It is expected that the online demand to view the service live will slow down the net quite noticeably.

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Monday, July 06, 2009

Going Like Hot Cakes 

The Telegraph reports that over 1.2 million people had entered the global online lottery for the 17,500 available tickets for the late Michael Jackson's memorial service, 24 hours after the website for applications opened.

Applications are being received at a rate of around 50,000 per hour, or more than 800 per minute.

Doubtless many of these free tickets will end up being sold by touts.

Good luck to the police trying to control the crowd at the service!

In other news, it seems that (in order to facilitate further tests) Jackson's body will be buried without its brain.

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Saturday, July 04, 2009

AEG Live Denies Bankruptcy 

AEG Live, the promoter of the late Michael Jackson's O2 residency, has denied that it is standing on the edge of bankruptcy.

They cite the fact that they will be able to make money out of DVD sales of Jackson rehearsing, a possible 9 month tribute and some insurance recovery of monies expended (not lost revenue).

Wrt insurance, it may well be that the policy will be void if the autopsy indicates that Jackson was under the influence of drugs or had a medical condition.

Meanwhile, AEG Live are offering fans that chance to acquire free tickets for the memorial service. As there is expected to be a massive oversubscription, the tickets will be allocated by a draw.

Initially only US fans were allowed to apply for these tickets, until a British tabloid kicked up a fuss and forced AEG into a U turn allowing non US fans to apply as well.

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Friday, July 03, 2009

Michael Jackson's Funeral 

Reports currently indicate, be advised that this is a very "fluid" story, that Michael Jackson's funeral will be held on Tuesday at the Staples Centre (owned by AEG the promoters of Jackson's O2 residency), the home of LA Lakers in Los Angeles.

The stadium can hold up to 20,000 people, with the option for large television screens to be placed outside for thousands of other fans to watch. Apparently, 11,000 free tickets will be made available.

The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, which hosted the 1984 Olympic Games and can hold 92,000 people, has also emerged as a possible venue for a memorial.

Seemingly Michael Jackson will be buried in a solid bronze, gold-plated coffin worth $25K.

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Thursday, July 02, 2009

Jackson Memorial Cancelled 

Unsurprisingly ghoulish plans to display Michael Jackson's corpse in a glass coffin, and bury him at Neverland appear to have been nixed.

It seems that the Jackson family have been unable to obtain permission to bury him on private property.

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Wednesday, July 01, 2009

Jackson Returns To Neverland 

It is reported Michael Jackson's corpse will return to Neverland, and be placed on display in glass coffin between 3 July and 5 July when he will be buried in the grounds.

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Tuesday, June 30, 2009

A Terrific Wheeze! 

AEG Live, the promoter of the late Michael Jackson's O2 residency, has come up with a terrific money saving wheeze to minimise the amount it has to refund to fans who bought tickets.

AEG Live is suggesting that the fans can keep the tickets (non black market tickets costing £50 to £75), if they agree to forgo their rights to claim a refund.

The tickets feature lenticular images, which give them a 3D moving effect. Whilst that may be a small inducement, the real inducement is the possibility that the tickets will become collectors' items.

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Monday, June 29, 2009

Foul Play? 

Joe Jackson, father of Michael Jackson, is reported to suspect foul play in the death of his son:

"Michael was dead before he left the house. I'm suspecting foul play somewhere. He was waving to everybody and telling them he loves them and all the fans at the gate. A few minutes after Michael was out there, he was dead."

Quite why he suspects that is not clear.

Whilst that conspiracy theory may make for some very lurid reporting, that some people will believe, the reality is likely to be far more banal (drug addiction, stress and undernourishment) if reports of the preliminary autopsy findings are anything to go by.

Jackson reportedly weighed 51kg at time of death, and his stomach was empty except for partially-dissolved prescription pills.

His hips, thighs and shoulders were covered in needle marks, the result of narcotic painkillers that he took three times a day.

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The Vultures Now Circle II 

As predicted:

"Grace, you remember Michael used to hide cash at the house. I am here. Where can it be?"

Source The Times

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Saturday, June 27, 2009

The Vultures Now Circle 

It should come as no surprise to anyone, given the complexity of Michael Jackson's life, that there are many "loose ends" to tie up now that he has died a.o.:

- What caused his death?

- Why did the police need to track down Jackson's doctor (Dr Conrad Murray), and impound the doctor's car?

- Who will have custody of his children?

- Did he leave a will?

- What happens to his assets, if indeed there are any assets left after his debts have been deducted?

- Will those who were suing him in life, continue their actions and sue his estate?

- Will everyone who has bought a ticket for Jackson's O2 concerts receive a refund, it is not at all certain that they will? etc.

The vultures are now circling what remains of his estate, and will do their best to pick the carcass of that estate clean.

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Friday, June 26, 2009

Self Insured 

AEG Live, the company that was hosting Michael Jackson's residency this summer at the O2 Arena in London, is facing a probable loss of around £300M.

Under normal circumstances an insurance policy would have been taken out. However, given the scepticism at the time in the insurance community, over whether Jackson could complete the residency, AEG Live opted for self insurance.

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The Times Obituary Michael Jackson 

The Times obituary of Michael Jackson can be downloaded here The Times.

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Thursday, June 25, 2009

Michael Jackson Dies 

Michael Jackson died today of a cardiac arrest.

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Jackson Has Heart Attack 

Michael Jackson has been taken today to UCLA Medical Centre in LA, having suffered a heart attack.

Reports indicates he is in a coma.

BBC News reports unconfirmed information that he has died.

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Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Sold Out? 

How odd that more tickets are now available for Michael Jackson's O2 shows that were originally billed as "sold out"!

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Monday, June 15, 2009

The Hulk Helps Out 

It is reported that Michael Jackson has hired Lou Ferrigno, who played the Hulk in the TV series 1978-1982, to help Jackson improve his fitness in time for his live residency at London's O2.

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Monday, June 08, 2009

Neverland II 

The media reports that Michael Jackson is hoping to replicate his Neverland ranch in Kent, during his upcoming London residency. Allegedly he wants Foxbury Manor in Chislehurst converted to include a bowling alley and funfair.

Will his promoters pay for this?

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Tuesday, June 02, 2009

Too Many Gigs? 

The Sun quotes Michael Jackson:

"Thank you for your love and support, I want you guys to know I love you very much.

I don't know how I'm going to do 50 shows. I'm not a big eater - I need to put some weight on.

I'm really angry with them booking me up to do 50 shows. I only wanted to do 10, and take the tour around the world to other cities, not 50 in one place.

I went to bed knowing I sold 10 dates, and woke up to the news I was booked to do 50
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It may be wise for Jackson's PR people to have a word with him about this.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Postponment Petition 

The postponement of Michael Jackson's residency at the O2 London, by 5 days, has caused consternation with a number of fans who had bought tickets for those days.

They have had their concerts rescheduled to March 2010.

Some have set up an online petition protesting the delay.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Bain Dishes The Dirt 

Papers provided by Raymone Bain, supporting her £33M case against Michael Jackson, claim that he spent nearly £4M on statues of Peter Pan and children playing games together despite being heavily in debt.

Quite how that supports her claim for £33M is unclear at this stage.

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