It is reported that the syringe that allegedly administered a fatal dose of drugs to Michael Jackson has been obtained by an unknown individual.
He is now allegedly touting this "artifact" round Las Vegas auction houses, in the hopes of arranging an auction from which he will pocket $5M.
Quite how this person has been able to obtain potential "evidence", and why he is allowed to profit from it is one thing.
As to what idiot would pay $5M for a used syringe is another.
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Thursday, July 10, 2008
Wheelchair Bound
There are photos circulating in the media that show Michael Jackson wearing pajamas, whilst being pushed around a Las Vegas bookstore in a wheelchair.
Mike Lopez, who took the photos, is quoted in the New York Daily News:
"His skin was peeling and . . . he looks so thin and gaunt".
Fame and fortune exact their toll.
Mike Lopez, who took the photos, is quoted in the New York Daily News:
"His skin was peeling and . . . he looks so thin and gaunt".
Fame and fortune exact their toll.
Monday, June 02, 2008
Jackson Incapable
Jack Wishna, a Las Vegas promoter, has stated that in his view Michael Jackson is incapable of performing in Las Vegas or anywhere else.
There has been media speculation that Jackson would headline at his own show in Vegas, following a deal done to save Neverland with a group that has links to the Las Vegas Hilton.
However, Wishna has poured cold water on that. He is quoted in the National Enquirer:
"Sadly, Michael's incapable of keeping promises, because he hasn't got the will to even show up anywhere, much less get himself into shape for a world-class performance.
He might drop by to wave at guests, or do a dance on top of a limo, but a longterm show? That dream will never come true, I'm afraid."
There has been media speculation that Jackson would headline at his own show in Vegas, following a deal done to save Neverland with a group that has links to the Las Vegas Hilton.
However, Wishna has poured cold water on that. He is quoted in the National Enquirer:
"Sadly, Michael's incapable of keeping promises, because he hasn't got the will to even show up anywhere, much less get himself into shape for a world-class performance.
He might drop by to wave at guests, or do a dance on top of a limo, but a longterm show? That dream will never come true, I'm afraid."
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Prince Helps The King
Prince is advising the "King of Pop" Michael Jackson on how to save his career.
Jackson has allegedly turned to Prince for help with his comeback.
Prince has advised Jackson to play a series of acoustic shows in Las Vegas.
The New York Post quotes a source:
"Prince has been suggesting that Michael play a sequence of unplugged concerts in Las Vegas just Michael and the microphone. No gimmicks, no costume changes, no smoke or mirrors, just his voice."
Earlier this year Prince had snubbed Jackson's offer of a joint tour to help him re-launch himself on the world stage.
Jackson has allegedly turned to Prince for help with his comeback.
Prince has advised Jackson to play a series of acoustic shows in Las Vegas.
The New York Post quotes a source:
"Prince has been suggesting that Michael play a sequence of unplugged concerts in Las Vegas just Michael and the microphone. No gimmicks, no costume changes, no smoke or mirrors, just his voice."
Earlier this year Prince had snubbed Jackson's offer of a joint tour to help him re-launch himself on the world stage.
Thursday, July 05, 2007
Jackson Moves Into Compound
Michael Jackson has moved into a luxury $60M property in Las Vegas.
Jackson was forced to give up his 10-bedroom mansion in Vegas because his $1M lease on the property has expired.
Jackson and his children have now moved into Spanish Trail, the compound owned by Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei.
Jackson was forced to give up his 10-bedroom mansion in Vegas because his $1M lease on the property has expired.
Jackson and his children have now moved into Spanish Trail, the compound owned by Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei.
Friday, June 29, 2007
More Law Suits
Michael Jackson's spokeswoman, Raymone Bain, issued a statement on Thursday in response to various reports about Jackson that she called "untrue, defamatory and malicious in nature."
One report, denied by Bain, was that Jackson was confined to his bed and relying on medication.
Quote:
"In fact, Mr. Jackson is doing very well, and conducted a meeting with his advisers yesterday, which included former Attorney General Benjamin R. Civiletti and Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. among others."
Regarding speculation that Jackson suspects that his older brother Randy has been stealing from him, Bain said:
"Mr. Jackson does not believe that his brother Randy Jackson has stolen monies from him.
Nor does he believe that Randy, or any of his family members, would ever steal from him."
Bain also dismissed suggestions that Jackson was being evicted from the Las Vegas mansion that he has been renting.
Quote:
"He decided not to exercise the option to purchase the house.
Period."
She was also dismissive of reports that he was going to tour Europe:
"There was no press release issued from Mr. Jackson's organisation regarding any European tour plans.
Despite reports to the contrary, Mr. Jackson is currently in the studio putting finishing touches on his music."
Bain flatly rejected reports that Jackson is either losing or selling his share in the Sony/ATV catalogue, quote: "ludicrous" and "without merit."
However, whatever the validity or otherwise of those reports, Jackson has a few other problems to deal with.
An attorney for Jackson this week said that he would agree to a judgement ordering him to pay $216K to Ayscough & Marar, a Torrance California law firm, that sued him last year for overdue fees.
Ayscough & Marar were hired by Jackson during his child molestation trial in 2005, to obtain court orders to delay discovery in civil cases and to keep information from being released publicly during the trial.
Abelson & Herron, a Delaware law firm, filed suit against Jackson this week. They claim that he owes them $110K, for services regarding a concert promoter who accused Jackson of backing out of two performances scheduled for New Year's Eve 2000.
It never rains, but it pours.
One report, denied by Bain, was that Jackson was confined to his bed and relying on medication.
Quote:
"In fact, Mr. Jackson is doing very well, and conducted a meeting with his advisers yesterday, which included former Attorney General Benjamin R. Civiletti and Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. among others."
Regarding speculation that Jackson suspects that his older brother Randy has been stealing from him, Bain said:
"Mr. Jackson does not believe that his brother Randy Jackson has stolen monies from him.
Nor does he believe that Randy, or any of his family members, would ever steal from him."
Bain also dismissed suggestions that Jackson was being evicted from the Las Vegas mansion that he has been renting.
Quote:
"He decided not to exercise the option to purchase the house.
Period."
She was also dismissive of reports that he was going to tour Europe:
"There was no press release issued from Mr. Jackson's organisation regarding any European tour plans.
Despite reports to the contrary, Mr. Jackson is currently in the studio putting finishing touches on his music."
Bain flatly rejected reports that Jackson is either losing or selling his share in the Sony/ATV catalogue, quote: "ludicrous" and "without merit."
However, whatever the validity or otherwise of those reports, Jackson has a few other problems to deal with.
An attorney for Jackson this week said that he would agree to a judgement ordering him to pay $216K to Ayscough & Marar, a Torrance California law firm, that sued him last year for overdue fees.
Ayscough & Marar were hired by Jackson during his child molestation trial in 2005, to obtain court orders to delay discovery in civil cases and to keep information from being released publicly during the trial.
Abelson & Herron, a Delaware law firm, filed suit against Jackson this week. They claim that he owes them $110K, for services regarding a concert promoter who accused Jackson of backing out of two performances scheduled for New Year's Eve 2000.
It never rains, but it pours.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Jackson Leaves Mansion
Michael Jackson is leaving his rented 10-bedroom mansion in Las Vegas.
Jackson and his three children, Prince Michael I, Paris Michael and Prince Michael II (Blanket) had moved to Las Vegas in December after previously living in Ireland.
However, Jackson's spokeswoman Raymone Bain said that Jackson will move out of the Vegas home on Saturday, because his $1M lease on the property has expired.
Quote:
"He loved the house but decided to allow the lease to expire because of concerns that security wasn't sufficient."
In response to reports that Jackson was planning to leave the U.S. and return to Europe, Bain said:
"I don't know of any plans to leave."
Jackson and his three children, Prince Michael I, Paris Michael and Prince Michael II (Blanket) had moved to Las Vegas in December after previously living in Ireland.
However, Jackson's spokeswoman Raymone Bain said that Jackson will move out of the Vegas home on Saturday, because his $1M lease on the property has expired.
Quote:
"He loved the house but decided to allow the lease to expire because of concerns that security wasn't sufficient."
In response to reports that Jackson was planning to leave the U.S. and return to Europe, Bain said:
"I don't know of any plans to leave."
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Jackson Going Back to Court
In what seems to be becoming a second profession, Michael Jackson is set to return to court in July.
This time in a continuation of the dispute over the "Jackson memorabilia", that was withheld from a recent auction in Las Vegas.
Jackson is seeking the return of the withheld items.
Janet Jackson, Michael's sister, is also seeking the return of items held back during a May 30-31 memorabilia auction at the Hard Rock hotel-casino in Las Vegas.
Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez ordered 60 items impounded at the Clark County court, while she addressed the thorny issue of ownership. The outcome of that decision could lead to her punishing the company that brought the items to auction.
A contempt of court trial has been scheduled for July 16, after Gonzalez decided that Universal Express of Boca Raton, Florida, broke earlier court orders to withhold some of the 1,100-plus items offered at auction.
Joe Coppedge, a lawyer for the auction house, said that the auctioneer had no stake in the continuing dispute and was obeying the court order to deliver the contested items.
Quote:
"Per the judge's order, we have delivered 35 items claimed by Janet Jackson and 23 items claimed by Michael Jackson, with two in transit to Las Vegas."
Judge Gonzalez had accepted a confidential settlement on May 30, allowing the auction to go forward. However, she banned Universal Express from "selling, giving, conveying or transferring by any means" the 25 items specified by Michael Jackson's lawyers. Under the settlement, which had been confidential, Jackson's lawyers dropped their effort to block the auction.
This time in a continuation of the dispute over the "Jackson memorabilia", that was withheld from a recent auction in Las Vegas.
Jackson is seeking the return of the withheld items.
Janet Jackson, Michael's sister, is also seeking the return of items held back during a May 30-31 memorabilia auction at the Hard Rock hotel-casino in Las Vegas.
Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez ordered 60 items impounded at the Clark County court, while she addressed the thorny issue of ownership. The outcome of that decision could lead to her punishing the company that brought the items to auction.
A contempt of court trial has been scheduled for July 16, after Gonzalez decided that Universal Express of Boca Raton, Florida, broke earlier court orders to withhold some of the 1,100-plus items offered at auction.
Joe Coppedge, a lawyer for the auction house, said that the auctioneer had no stake in the continuing dispute and was obeying the court order to deliver the contested items.
Quote:
"Per the judge's order, we have delivered 35 items claimed by Janet Jackson and 23 items claimed by Michael Jackson, with two in transit to Las Vegas."
Judge Gonzalez had accepted a confidential settlement on May 30, allowing the auction to go forward. However, she banned Universal Express from "selling, giving, conveying or transferring by any means" the 25 items specified by Michael Jackson's lawyers. Under the settlement, which had been confidential, Jackson's lawyers dropped their effort to block the auction.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Jackson Plans European Tour
It is reported that Michael Jackson is planning a European tour, this is his plan B following on from his failure to attract interest in a comeback tour in Las Vegas.
Seemingly Las Vegas entertainment executives believe that Jackson is too "explosive" to book at this time.
Seemingly Las Vegas entertainment executives believe that Jackson is too "explosive" to book at this time.
Friday, June 01, 2007
Auction Outcome
The two day auction of Michael Jackson memorabilia, held by Guernsey's Auction House in the Hard Rock Casino and hotel in Las Vegas, seems to have gone well.
A black silk jacket that Jackson wore on stage in the 1980s fetched $17K, whilst the biggest sale was another glittery jacket that went for $19K.
Jackson's MTV music award for the song "We Are the World" made $16K, and gold discs for his album "Off the Wall" and the Jackson 5 single "I Want You Back" each raised $11K.
The auction got off to a shaky start, with several items selling for just a few hundred dollars. A platinum record for "Billie Jean" sold for just $100, and a copy of the contract for Jackson's purchase in 1987 of Neverland sold for just $100.
A black silk jacket that Jackson wore on stage in the 1980s fetched $17K, whilst the biggest sale was another glittery jacket that went for $19K.
Jackson's MTV music award for the song "We Are the World" made $16K, and gold discs for his album "Off the Wall" and the Jackson 5 single "I Want You Back" each raised $11K.
The auction got off to a shaky start, with several items selling for just a few hundred dollars. A platinum record for "Billie Jean" sold for just $100, and a copy of the contract for Jackson's purchase in 1987 of Neverland sold for just $100.
Friday, May 25, 2007
Vegas Show In Doubt
Michael Jackson's plans for possible comeback shows in Las Vegas are under threat, as he has reportedly demanded £100M to perform.
Not surprisingly those who are expected to fork out the £100M are of the view that Jackson is "taking the piss". Therefore talks have broken down.
I'll do it for £10M!
Not surprisingly those who are expected to fork out the £100M are of the view that Jackson is "taking the piss". Therefore talks have broken down.
I'll do it for £10M!
Thursday, April 05, 2007
The Jackson Auction
Guernsey's will be auctioning off thousands of items from Michael, Janet, La Toya, Jermaine and the rest of the Jackson Family at Las Vegas' Hard Rock Hotel on the 30th and 31st of May 2007.
Items include:
-"I WANT YOU BACK," ORIGINAL TEST PRESSING, 1969
-HANDWRITTEN "ABC" LYRICS BY TITO JACKSON
-MICHAEL JACKSON "THRILLER" GOLD AWARD, 1982
-MARLON BRANDO TELEGRAM TO MICHAEL, 1984
Items include:
-"I WANT YOU BACK," ORIGINAL TEST PRESSING, 1969
-HANDWRITTEN "ABC" LYRICS BY TITO JACKSON
-MICHAEL JACKSON "THRILLER" GOLD AWARD, 1982
-MARLON BRANDO TELEGRAM TO MICHAEL, 1984
Thursday, March 29, 2007
The Jackobot
It is reported that Michael Jackson may be attempting to erect a 50-foot, robotic likeness of himself in Las Vegas.
According to entertainment company consultant Mike Luckman, his business partner Andre Van Pier has already designed the "Jackobot", which seemingly comes with laser beams that will shoot into the sky.
Why?
It is even rumoured that Sir Paul McCartney is said to be interested in this, how can I put it?, insane idea.
Were it not for the fact that it is not yet the 1st of April, I would have assumed that this was merely a wind up.
Now, I wonder if I can persuade the Mayor of London to erect a 50 foot statue of me somewhere?
According to entertainment company consultant Mike Luckman, his business partner Andre Van Pier has already designed the "Jackobot", which seemingly comes with laser beams that will shoot into the sky.
Why?
It is even rumoured that Sir Paul McCartney is said to be interested in this, how can I put it?, insane idea.
Were it not for the fact that it is not yet the 1st of April, I would have assumed that this was merely a wind up.
Now, I wonder if I can persuade the Mayor of London to erect a 50 foot statue of me somewhere?
Thursday, March 01, 2007
Jackson To Perform in Las Vegas?
Michael Jackson's spokeswoman, Raymone Bain, has suggested that Jackson might perform in Las Vegas.
Quote:
"Mr. Jackson has been presented numerous proposals..proposals which he has not solicited, but were presented to him, several of which include performing in Las Vegas.
Mr. Jackson is currently reviewing and evaluating each proposal."
However, she is quick to disabuse those who think that a decision may be coming in the short term; as she notes that Jackson is under no pressure to make a quick decision.
One would have thought that his financial woes would provide him with this pressure...evidently not.
Bain added:
"Mr. Jackson did not move to Las Vegas to shop a Vegas show.
Mr. Jackson is in Las Vegas because he likes the city and found it a convenient location to record with the artists, songwriters and producers who are working with him in the studio...
Mr. Jackson has no current plans to appear or perform on 'American Idol.'"
Jackson is currently residing in Las Vegas.
As to whether Jackson ever appears on stage again, some are a tad cynical about that prospect.
Quote:
"Mr. Jackson has been presented numerous proposals..proposals which he has not solicited, but were presented to him, several of which include performing in Las Vegas.
Mr. Jackson is currently reviewing and evaluating each proposal."
However, she is quick to disabuse those who think that a decision may be coming in the short term; as she notes that Jackson is under no pressure to make a quick decision.
One would have thought that his financial woes would provide him with this pressure...evidently not.
Bain added:
"Mr. Jackson did not move to Las Vegas to shop a Vegas show.
Mr. Jackson is in Las Vegas because he likes the city and found it a convenient location to record with the artists, songwriters and producers who are working with him in the studio...
Mr. Jackson has no current plans to appear or perform on 'American Idol.'"
Jackson is currently residing in Las Vegas.
As to whether Jackson ever appears on stage again, some are a tad cynical about that prospect.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
American Idol
The media are speculating that Michael Jackson is teaming up with American Idol creator, Simon Fuller, to manage Jackson's comeback.
Allegedly Fuller has flown to Las Vegas to meet with Jackson and discuss how can help resuscitate Jackson's career.
Allegedly Fuller has flown to Las Vegas to meet with Jackson and discuss how can help resuscitate Jackson's career.
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Jackson's Ex lawyer Sues Airline
Mark Geragos, Michale Jackson's ex lawyer, has launched legal suit against a charter jet company.
Opening statements were submitted yesterday in the non-jury trial against XtraJet.
Geragos is suing XtraJet, alleging that employees of the company secretly taped him and Jackson while they were on a flight to Santa Barbara, California in 2003.
This was when Jackson was flying from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara, to surrender on child molestation charges.
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge will decide the outcome.
Opening statements were submitted yesterday in the non-jury trial against XtraJet.
Geragos is suing XtraJet, alleging that employees of the company secretly taped him and Jackson while they were on a flight to Santa Barbara, California in 2003.
This was when Jackson was flying from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara, to surrender on child molestation charges.
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge will decide the outcome.
Friday, September 23, 2005
Jacksongate
Jeffrey Borer, owner of XtraJet charter aircraft services and Arvel Jett Reeves, owner of Executive Aviation Logistics were charged yesterday for trying to tape a private conversation between Michael Jackson and his lawyer in an airplane.
This allegedly happened while Jackson was under investigation for child molestation.
Jackson and his lawyer were going from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara in November 2003, to surrender to the police for the child-molestation accusations.
Borer and Reeves allegedly used digital camcorders and remote microphones to record the private conversation between Jackson and his lawyer.
Borer and Reeves have been charged with conspiracy, endeavouring to intercept oral communication and witness tampering in an alleged scheme between November 19, 2003 and November 21, 2003.
Borer's attorney, Stanley Stone, said:
"There was no audio on the tape, so the conversation was never taped. There were no microphones. There was no wrongdoing."
This allegedly happened while Jackson was under investigation for child molestation.
Jackson and his lawyer were going from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara in November 2003, to surrender to the police for the child-molestation accusations.
Borer and Reeves allegedly used digital camcorders and remote microphones to record the private conversation between Jackson and his lawyer.
Borer and Reeves have been charged with conspiracy, endeavouring to intercept oral communication and witness tampering in an alleged scheme between November 19, 2003 and November 21, 2003.
Borer's attorney, Stanley Stone, said:
"There was no audio on the tape, so the conversation was never taped. There were no microphones. There was no wrongdoing."
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
Michael's Makeover
Michael Jackson is attempting to undergo a style makeover in Bahrain; in an attempt to make him seem less weird to the rest of the world, and to ensure that he is able to relaunch his career.
Michael Luckman, author of "Alien Rock: The Rock 'n' Roll Connection", claims that Jackson is living in virtual seclusion; so that he can change his image, and make himself appear more "macho".
Luckman claims that Jackson is undergoing an intensive exercise regime, with a personal trainer, involving weight lifting for bulk; he is also going to discard his wigs and makeup.
This change in image is, so Luckman claims, to enable Jackson to win a live residency at a Las Vegas casino.
Michael Luckman, author of "Alien Rock: The Rock 'n' Roll Connection", claims that Jackson is living in virtual seclusion; so that he can change his image, and make himself appear more "macho".
Luckman claims that Jackson is undergoing an intensive exercise regime, with a personal trainer, involving weight lifting for bulk; he is also going to discard his wigs and makeup.
This change in image is, so Luckman claims, to enable Jackson to win a live residency at a Las Vegas casino.
Saturday, June 18, 2005
Leno Does Mesereau
Jay Leno hosted Michael Jackson's defence attorney, Tom Mesereau, on his Tonight Show last night.
Leno kicked off by saying that Jackson could start a show in Las Vegas by "playing Diana Ross in the 'Legends Show.'"
Mesereau, who seemed not to be that happy during the interview, said:
"Michael Jackson is an artist. He's a creative spirit. He likes to sit in a tree and compose music,".
He went on to attack prosecutor Tom Sneddon, saying "he had a personal vendetta".
I thought that these guys were professionals, who didn't take their roles personally?
He said that Jackson's settlement with Jordie Chandler was a mistake, I think that is very true indeed.
Leno kicked off by saying that Jackson could start a show in Las Vegas by "playing Diana Ross in the 'Legends Show.'"
Mesereau, who seemed not to be that happy during the interview, said:
"Michael Jackson is an artist. He's a creative spirit. He likes to sit in a tree and compose music,".
He went on to attack prosecutor Tom Sneddon, saying "he had a personal vendetta".
I thought that these guys were professionals, who didn't take their roles personally?
He said that Jackson's settlement with Jordie Chandler was a mistake, I think that is very true indeed.
Thursday, May 26, 2005
Cunning Gavin
Chris Tucker, the comedian, was the final defence witness in the Michael Jackson trial yesterday.
He said that he found Gavin Arvizo to be "unusually cunning", for a 12 year old. He first met him at a benefit, while Arvizo was fighting cancer, in 2001.
Tucker said that he became suspicious about the Arvizos, when they turned up at the set of a movie he was filming in Las Vegas and wouldn't leave.
Tucker ended up paying for their hotel and expenses, but they were still there several weeks on.
They sound like total bums to me.
Tucker even arranged for a private flight to Miami for them, after they discovered that Jackson was there.
He said that, when in Florida, he took Jackson aside and warned him to be wary of the family.
Quote:
"I said, 'Michael, something ain't right,'".
District Attorney Tom Sneddon, for the prosecution, suggested that Tucker encouraged the family by asking them to come to his brother's wedding. However, Tucker said that they invited themselves.
When Sneddon showed a photograph of the family at the wedding with Tucker, the comedian quipped, "That's a nice photograph. Can I get it?"
Sneddon replied:
"That depends on whether youÂ’re a good boy."
Whatever the verdict of the jury about the truth, or otherwise of the Arvizo's allegations, it is clear that the reputation of the Arvizo clan will forever remain in the gutter.
He said that he found Gavin Arvizo to be "unusually cunning", for a 12 year old. He first met him at a benefit, while Arvizo was fighting cancer, in 2001.
Tucker said that he became suspicious about the Arvizos, when they turned up at the set of a movie he was filming in Las Vegas and wouldn't leave.
Tucker ended up paying for their hotel and expenses, but they were still there several weeks on.
They sound like total bums to me.
Tucker even arranged for a private flight to Miami for them, after they discovered that Jackson was there.
He said that, when in Florida, he took Jackson aside and warned him to be wary of the family.
Quote:
"I said, 'Michael, something ain't right,'".
District Attorney Tom Sneddon, for the prosecution, suggested that Tucker encouraged the family by asking them to come to his brother's wedding. However, Tucker said that they invited themselves.
When Sneddon showed a photograph of the family at the wedding with Tucker, the comedian quipped, "That's a nice photograph. Can I get it?"
Sneddon replied:
"That depends on whether youÂ’re a good boy."
Whatever the verdict of the jury about the truth, or otherwise of the Arvizo's allegations, it is clear that the reputation of the Arvizo clan will forever remain in the gutter.
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