It is reported that Dr. Sebi, a herbalist who claims to have weaned Michael Jackson off an alleged addiction to pain killers, is going to sue Jackson for $380K.
Sebi claims this is money due to him for his treatment of Jackson.
True or not, Sebi claims that he still "loves Michael"; how very reassuring!
Saturday, October 02, 2004
Friday, October 01, 2004
The Jackson Five (Mark II)
Sholeh Bocchelli, an actress based in Los Angeles, is reported to be carrying Michael Jackson's in vitro twins.
Apparently Sholeh Bocchelli was originally going to have four, but aborted two in order to save the remaining two.
She is, according to the report, in hiding in the USA; as a result of threats from "deranged Jackson fans".
Jackson has denied on his website that he is the father of the twins.
Bocchelli is reported to have said that she will have DNA tests done after the birth of the boys, who have been named Jean-Pierre and Maruizio.
In the event that this story is true, the new born will bring the number of known children belonging to Jackson to five; enough to start his own group!
Apparently Sholeh Bocchelli was originally going to have four, but aborted two in order to save the remaining two.
She is, according to the report, in hiding in the USA; as a result of threats from "deranged Jackson fans".
Jackson has denied on his website that he is the father of the twins.
Bocchelli is reported to have said that she will have DNA tests done after the birth of the boys, who have been named Jean-Pierre and Maruizio.
In the event that this story is true, the new born will bring the number of known children belonging to Jackson to five; enough to start his own group!
Jackogate
Michael Jackson's attempt to sue Xtrajet, over the alleged videotaping of his conversation with his lawyer as they flew to Santa Barbara, has been delayed.
The judge agreed to postpone the trial date from November to May 2005, despite protests by Xtrajet; because Jackson's criminal case is getting in the way, and Jackson's ex lawyer is defending Scott Peterson who is accused of murdering his wife and unborn son.
Xtrajet believe the entire case is a publicity stunt.
Jackson has attempted to avoid giving a deposition for the trial, but the judge has denied that request.
The judge agreed to postpone the trial date from November to May 2005, despite protests by Xtrajet; because Jackson's criminal case is getting in the way, and Jackson's ex lawyer is defending Scott Peterson who is accused of murdering his wife and unborn son.
Xtrajet believe the entire case is a publicity stunt.
Jackson has attempted to avoid giving a deposition for the trial, but the judge has denied that request.
Thursday, September 30, 2004
Inaccurate Reporting
It seems that the recent report about the Yale conference on Michael Jackson, not discussing the child molestation allegations, was inaccurate.
It is now reported that K. C. Arceneaux's paper, "Michael Jackson: Media and Mythologies," did raise "facts" about the child molestation case against Jackson; that apparently have been suppressed or omitted by media.
The paper, it seems, also explained how the media taps into mythologies; in order to raise ratings and "sell" the news.
No surprises there then!
It is now reported that K. C. Arceneaux's paper, "Michael Jackson: Media and Mythologies," did raise "facts" about the child molestation case against Jackson; that apparently have been suppressed or omitted by media.
The paper, it seems, also explained how the media taps into mythologies; in order to raise ratings and "sell" the news.
No surprises there then!
Wednesday, September 29, 2004
Love Child
In a splendidly speculative article, The Times of India reports that Michael Jackson has a 19 year old love child.
Allegedly Michael Jackson told his friends that the 19 year old, improbably named Omer Bhatti, was born after a one nighter with a Norwegian woman.
It seems that Omer, if reports are to believed, looks like Jackson and has stayed at Neverland.
Needless to say, the story could be complete and utter tosh; others have claimed that Omer is not the real son of Jackson. Neither, would I say, is Omer Bhatti a particularly Norwegian name.
Allegedly Michael Jackson told his friends that the 19 year old, improbably named Omer Bhatti, was born after a one nighter with a Norwegian woman.
It seems that Omer, if reports are to believed, looks like Jackson and has stayed at Neverland.
Needless to say, the story could be complete and utter tosh; others have claimed that Omer is not the real son of Jackson. Neither, would I say, is Omer Bhatti a particularly Norwegian name.
Tuesday, September 28, 2004
Jackson Released
Michael Jackson's father, Joe, has been released from hospital; where he was being treated for bleeding ulcers.
Whilst he was in hospital, he was visited by relatives; it is not reported as to whether Michael turned up or not.
Whilst he was in hospital, he was visited by relatives; it is not reported as to whether Michael turned up or not.
Monday, September 27, 2004
Bleeding Ulcer
Joe Jackson, Michael's beloved daddy, went into hospital on Friday with 2 bleeding ulcers.
Undoubtedly the stress of the trial must be getting to him.
His "eyes and ears", Debra Opri, is reported to have said that the operation went fine.
Undoubtedly the stress of the trial must be getting to him.
His "eyes and ears", Debra Opri, is reported to have said that the operation went fine.
Sunday, September 26, 2004
Place Your Bets
It is reported that BetOnSports.com are offering a veritable smorgasbord of betting opportunities on the Michael Jackson trial.
Those that have a gambling bent, can bet on Jackson's guilt or innocence; or take a punt on whether Eminem will buy Neverland.
Side bets can also be placed on whether President Bush will be the first human to land on Mars, who Donald Trump will hire in "The Apprentice" and how much weight Mary Kate Olsen will gain.
There is no limit on the ways that humans will find to waste their money.
Those that have a gambling bent, can bet on Jackson's guilt or innocence; or take a punt on whether Eminem will buy Neverland.
Side bets can also be placed on whether President Bush will be the first human to land on Mars, who Donald Trump will hire in "The Apprentice" and how much weight Mary Kate Olsen will gain.
There is no limit on the ways that humans will find to waste their money.
Saturday, September 25, 2004
Michael Jackson is a Piece of Art
A conference was held at Yale (23rd-24th Sept), to discuss Michael Jackson; it neatly sidestepped the forthcoming trial.
Eighteen intellectuals, from around the USA, popped over to Yale; to discuss all things racial, sexual and artistic relating to Michael Jackson.
The conference entitled "Regarding Michael Jackson: Performing Racial, Gender, and Sexual Difference Center Stage", concentrated on a number of aspects of Jackson's life:
It seems that Jackson has become, according to one attendee, "a self created piece of art".
Eighteen intellectuals, from around the USA, popped over to Yale; to discuss all things racial, sexual and artistic relating to Michael Jackson.
The conference entitled "Regarding Michael Jackson: Performing Racial, Gender, and Sexual Difference Center Stage", concentrated on a number of aspects of Jackson's life:
- His battle against the music industry, who wanted to portray him as tough and macho; in contrast with his wish to portray himself in a softer light.
- His desire to change his appearance; even past photos of him are not immune from being lightened, according to Todd Gray his photographer.
- The charges against him, and society's prejudice against gays.
- Jackson's media image, in contrast to black rapper stereotypes.
It seems that Jackson has become, according to one attendee, "a self created piece of art".
Friday, September 24, 2004
Gag Has Slipped
It looks like the much vaunted gagging order, in the Michael Jackson case, seems to be slipping.
It is reported that the authorities raided the home of Jackson's personal assistant, Evelyn Tavasci.
Tavasci's name had been blacked out in court documents about the raid, she has worked for Jackson for over ten years.
However, Tavasci has told the press that the gag order bars her from discussing the case.
Precisely what was taken from her house has been sealed by the gag.
It is reported that the authorities raided the home of Jackson's personal assistant, Evelyn Tavasci.
Tavasci's name had been blacked out in court documents about the raid, she has worked for Jackson for over ten years.
However, Tavasci has told the press that the gag order bars her from discussing the case.
Precisely what was taken from her house has been sealed by the gag.
Thursday, September 23, 2004
The Camera Cannot Lie
It seems that the row over the photos, allegedly taken from Neverland, looks like it will escalate.
As noted on this site, Tom Mesereau issued a statement on Tuesday denying that indecent photos were taken from Neverland; he asked the media to retract the allegation.
However, KFI an LA radio station that reported that several of the photos featured a naked boy is sticking by its story.
It says that it will only reveal the identity of its source, if the story is proved to be false.
I would venture to note, that the trial of Michael Jackson does not start until the end of January 2005. It seems, much like Christmas, it has started a little earlier.
As noted on this site, Tom Mesereau issued a statement on Tuesday denying that indecent photos were taken from Neverland; he asked the media to retract the allegation.
However, KFI an LA radio station that reported that several of the photos featured a naked boy is sticking by its story.
It says that it will only reveal the identity of its source, if the story is proved to be false.
I would venture to note, that the trial of Michael Jackson does not start until the end of January 2005. It seems, much like Christmas, it has started a little earlier.
Wednesday, September 22, 2004
Lies
Tom Mesereau, Michael Jackson's lawyer, issued a statement yesterday; categorically denying the story that has been circulating, about illicit photos seized by the police from Neverland.
Quote:
"That information is false. The prosecution has confirmed that it is false...We demand an immediate retraction from any news or media organization that made such an announcement."
Perversely, because of the gag order on the case, Mesereau had to get permission to make that statement.
Quote:
"That information is false. The prosecution has confirmed that it is false...We demand an immediate retraction from any news or media organization that made such an announcement."
Perversely, because of the gag order on the case, Mesereau had to get permission to make that statement.
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