Michael Jackson's Trials

Michael Jackson's Trials

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The Ongoing Trials of The Late Michael Jackson

Tuesday, August 05, 2008

The Jackson Five Reunited

NME report that a Jackson Five reunion may be in the cards at the BMI eighth annual Urban Awards, which will be held at the Wilshire Theatre in Beverly Hills on September 4.

All well and good, except that they then go on to say that Michael is the only brother not to confirm his attendance; thus making it a reunion of the Jackson 4.

Monday, July 28, 2008

Cult Following

Zbigniew Colbecki, a London based roadsweeper, has developed a cult following on the Internet; sweeping the roads whilst performing a series of Michael Jackson style dance moves.

He can be seen performing on Chiswick High Road.

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.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

A Day Out Jackson Hunting

The Chicago Sun-Times seems to have had an entertaining day out in Pahrump Nevada trying to hunt down Michael Jackson, who may or may not be there.

They didn't find him!

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

World's Worst Dad

Michael Jackson has been voted the worst father in an internet Father's Day poll by Maxim.com.

He beat murderer Scott Peterson, who killed his wife and unborn baby.

The top five bad dads are:
1. Michael Jackson
2. Scott Peterson
3. Marvin Gaye Sr.
4. Joe Simpson (Ashlee and Jessica's manager/father)
5. Kurt Cobain

Thursday, June 05, 2008

Jackson Pulls Out of American Idol

The Sun reports that Michael Jackson has pulled out of appearing on American Idol.

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
."

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Appeal Rejected

Superior Court Judge Soussan G. Bruguera has rejected an appeal lodged by XtraJet Incorporated and its owner Jeffrey Borer against the damages awarded against it for $20.25M.

XtraJet Incorporated was ordered to pay damages to Michael Jackson's lawyer, Mark Geragos, and his associate, Pat Harris, for invading their privacy. Xtrajet taped Jackson and his lawyers as they flew to Jackson's surrender on molestation charges in 2003.

Monday, May 12, 2008

Neverland Loan Sold

Colony Capital LLC have bought the loan held by Fortress Investment Group on Michael Jackson's Neverland, as such the auction has now been cancelled.

Jackson issued a quote to the media via a spokesman:

"I am pleased with recent developments involving Neverland Ranch and am in discussions with Colony and Tom Barrack with regard to the ranch and other matters that would allow me to focus on the future".

Why does he want to keep the place, given that he has effectively abandoned it?

Colony are now negotiating payment terms for the $23.5M loan with Jackson.

Wednesday, May 07, 2008

Welcome Party

Tickets for a party being organised to welcome the family of Michael Jackson to North Devon have sold out within days of going on sale.

The event (organised by www.mjjparty.com) will be held at the Durrant House Hotel, Northam, on the 8th of June; 160 VIP table seats were sold, along with 80 seated tickets and 30 standing only tickets.

Tito Jackson has seemingly confirmed that he, and "other Jackson family members" will be in attendance.

I remain to be convinced that Michael will turn up.

Tuesday, May 06, 2008

Jackson Drops Case

Michael Jackson has dropped a lawsuit against account firm Bernstein, Fox, Whitman, Goldman & Sloan in which he claimed that they made unauthorised deals. Jackson alleged negligence and breach of trust.

It is not reported as to whether he has agreed to a settlement deal.

Monday, April 28, 2008

Neverland

Fox reports that stories in some of the media about Michael Jackson making a new album are not true.

It also notes that the auction date for Neverland has been set for 14th May, and that bidders are preparing to go to the Santa Barbara County Courthouse where the auction will be held.