The media are widely speculating that Michael Jackson, who is in London, is to announce plans to play up to 50 nights at the 02 Arena in Greenwich London this year.
It is reported that he will make an announcement at 4PM UK time today at the O2 complex.
Let us see what reality actually emerges from the hype.
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Jackson Sued Again!
Michael Jackson's litigation cases seem to be imitating buses, ie they are all turning up at the same time.
Cameroonian singer Manu Dibango filed a lawsuit against Jackson and R'n'B diva Rihanna at a Paris court on Tuesday, claiming that they stole a hook from one of his songs.
He is seeking 500,000 euros in damages.
Judges will decide on February 17 whether to hear the case.
Cameroonian singer Manu Dibango filed a lawsuit against Jackson and R'n'B diva Rihanna at a Paris court on Tuesday, claiming that they stole a hook from one of his songs.
He is seeking 500,000 euros in damages.
Judges will decide on February 17 whether to hear the case.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Jackson Sued Again - Thriller
The wheel of life turns full circle, and Michael Jackson finds himself being sued again. This time by John Landis, the director of the Grammy award winning Thriller video, for failing to hand over his share of the profits.
The suit alleges:
"After a spectacular theatrical premiere the Thriller video became a worldwide megahit and an iconic pop culture phenomenon that has continued to generate profits for defendants Optimum Prods and Michael Jackson, who have wrongfully refused to pay or account for such profits to the plaintiff."
The suit alleges that Jackson failed to pay Landis 50% of the proceeds, which possibly amount to $1M.
The suit alleges:
"After a spectacular theatrical premiere the Thriller video became a worldwide megahit and an iconic pop culture phenomenon that has continued to generate profits for defendants Optimum Prods and Michael Jackson, who have wrongfully refused to pay or account for such profits to the plaintiff."
The suit alleges that Jackson failed to pay Landis 50% of the proceeds, which possibly amount to $1M.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Auction
The BBC reports that Michael Jackson may be facing up to the reality of his financial situation, and is auctioning 2000 items including the wrought iron gates from Neverland.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Memoirs
It is reported that Michael Jackson is trying to do a deal to write and publish his memoirs.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Jackson Bottles Court Appearance
Those fans and paparazzi who were hoping to catch a glimpse of Michael Jackson at the High Court this afternoon may well be disappointed.
The Mirror reports that Jackson has pulled out, and will settle the $7BN case brought by Sheik Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khal ot of court.
The Mirror reports that Jackson has pulled out, and will settle the $7BN case brought by Sheik Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khal ot of court.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Jackson Comes To London
In a surprising volte face, despite health concerns (alleged earlier in the week by his lawyer), Michael Jackson has agreed to come to London to give evidence at the high court where he is being sued for $7m by Sheik Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
Jackson's lawyer, Robert Englehart, told the court that Jackson's doctors have given him the all-clear to travel this weekend.
Jackson will appear on Monday.
Jackson's lawyer, Robert Englehart, told the court that Jackson's doctors have given him the all-clear to travel this weekend.
Jackson will appear on Monday.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Sick Day
Seemingly, according to Michael Jackson's legal team, he is too sick to travel to the UK to appear at the High Court wrt the $7M allegedly owed by Jackson to Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
Jackson wants to be able to give testimony via video link.
Sheikh Abdulla's lawyer, Bankim Thanki, is a tad cynical about the severity of Jackson's illness. He noted that if the alleged diagnosis is positive, it could be treated with a bandage.
Quote on Billboard:
"It's not the first time a sick note has been presented by Mr Jackson."
The question over whether Jackson appears or not will be answered tomorrow.
The case continues.
Jackson wants to be able to give testimony via video link.
Sheikh Abdulla's lawyer, Bankim Thanki, is a tad cynical about the severity of Jackson's illness. He noted that if the alleged diagnosis is positive, it could be treated with a bandage.
Quote on Billboard:
"It's not the first time a sick note has been presented by Mr Jackson."
The question over whether Jackson appears or not will be answered tomorrow.
The case continues.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Shiekh Claims He Wrote Songs
Bankim Thanki QC, lawyer for Sheikh Abdulla (who is suing Michael Jackson for $7M), spoke int eh High Court yesterday.
"The idea was to create a new recording label to kickstart his musical career.
The idea was to relaunch his career from a base far away from his well-publicised criminal trial."
Mr Thanki claimed that Sheikh Abdulla wrote a song that Jackson recorded the day after his trial ended in California in 2005.
The sheikh wanted to release it as a charity single to help victims of the Boxing Day tsunami the previous year.
Jackson is expected to give evidence via videolink from Los Angeles.
The case continues and is expected to last 12 days.
"The idea was to create a new recording label to kickstart his musical career.
The idea was to relaunch his career from a base far away from his well-publicised criminal trial."
Mr Thanki claimed that Sheikh Abdulla wrote a song that Jackson recorded the day after his trial ended in California in 2005.
The sheikh wanted to release it as a charity single to help victims of the Boxing Day tsunami the previous year.
Jackson is expected to give evidence via videolink from Los Angeles.
The case continues and is expected to last 12 days.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Jackson Faces Court Case
Another day, another court case!
Michael Jackson is being sued for $7M in the High Court in London today by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa, son of the King of Bahrain.
The $7M claim relates to allegations that Jackson reneged on a record deal made in 2005, when Jackson stayed in Bahrain.
The sheikh claims that the proceeds of the project were to be used to repay money he had loaned Jackson.
Jackson claims that the payments were "gifts", and that the project was never finalised.
It is unlikely that fans of Jackson will glimpse him in the High Court, the nature of such cases is that a settlement may well be agreed outwith court.
Michael Jackson is being sued for $7M in the High Court in London today by Sheikh Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa, son of the King of Bahrain.
The $7M claim relates to allegations that Jackson reneged on a record deal made in 2005, when Jackson stayed in Bahrain.
The sheikh claims that the proceeds of the project were to be used to repay money he had loaned Jackson.
Jackson claims that the payments were "gifts", and that the project was never finalised.
It is unlikely that fans of Jackson will glimpse him in the High Court, the nature of such cases is that a settlement may well be agreed outwith court.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Jackson Hands Over Neverland
Michael Jackson has filed a grant deed that transfers ownership of Neverland to the Sycamore Valley Ranch Company.
The company is a joint venture between Jackson and Colony Capital, the property investment company owned by Tom Barrack, which purchased Jackson's debt in May when he defaulted on a $24.5M mortgage on the ranch.
The company is a joint venture between Jackson and Colony Capital, the property investment company owned by Tom Barrack, which purchased Jackson's debt in May when he defaulted on a $24.5M mortgage on the ranch.
Monday, September 01, 2008
Jackson Hits 50
Michael Jackson turned 50 last Friday.
He is quoted as saying:
"I feel very wise and sage, but at the same time very young."
He is quoted as saying:
"I feel very wise and sage, but at the same time very young."
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