The Jackson family are apparently touring cable networks, touting a proposed pilot for a reality series in which Michael Jackson's siblings take feature roles.
Cory Rooney is producing the upcoming MTV series called "The Shop".
The show would feature the sons of Tito Jackson, who succeeded overseas as the members of boy band 3T during the 1990s but are trying to make a comeback as adults.
In the show they receive help from their father, as well as other aunts and uncles.
Friday, December 16, 2005
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Brando's Plans For Jackson
Marlon Brando was a great friend and fan of Michael Jackson, so much so that he wanted to make a two-part TV special which would have highlighted each other's careers.
Jackson was apparently so thrilled with the prospect that he allegedly called and left his former aide, Marc Schaffel, a voice message at 4:41 in the morning which stated that the project was to start as soon as possible.
The message allegedly said:
"Marlon Brando is pushing, and he's a wonderful man. He's a god. We have to get this done. He wants to get it done before Christmas ... He just wants to make it a big deal. He wants a lot of money, and we would own it together . . . He really wants it, I mean I think that he feels he won't be living too much longer,"
Allegedly, part-one of the show was to be set in Neverland, with Brando chatting up Jackson about his music.
Brando's private Polynesian island was supposed to be the scene for the second part, with Jackson questioning Brando.
The project however never materialised as Brando died on July 1, 2004.
Jackson was apparently so thrilled with the prospect that he allegedly called and left his former aide, Marc Schaffel, a voice message at 4:41 in the morning which stated that the project was to start as soon as possible.
The message allegedly said:
"Marlon Brando is pushing, and he's a wonderful man. He's a god. We have to get this done. He wants to get it done before Christmas ... He just wants to make it a big deal. He wants a lot of money, and we would own it together . . . He really wants it, I mean I think that he feels he won't be living too much longer,"
Allegedly, part-one of the show was to be set in Neverland, with Brando chatting up Jackson about his music.
Brando's private Polynesian island was supposed to be the scene for the second part, with Jackson questioning Brando.
The project however never materialised as Brando died on July 1, 2004.
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
Thriller
Michael Jackson's 1983 hit Thriller has been voted the best music video of all time, beating Eminem's Stan into second place in a poll conducted by The Box music channel.
At least it's not all bad news for Jackson.
At least it's not all bad news for Jackson.
Monday, December 12, 2005
Jackson Threatens Legal Action
Michael Jackson has countered claims that he is overindulging in drink and drugs, by warning the people who are spreading these rumours that they should be prepared for legal battles.
Raymone Bain, Jackson's publicist, has responded angrily to allegations that Jackson had been on whisky and painkiller binge.
She is quoted as saying:
"He is doing fine and I have never seen him happier or healthier. Whoever these individuals are who are intent on disseminating false information should begin hiring good attorneys."
Raymone Bain, Jackson's publicist, has responded angrily to allegations that Jackson had been on whisky and painkiller binge.
She is quoted as saying:
"He is doing fine and I have never seen him happier or healthier. Whoever these individuals are who are intent on disseminating false information should begin hiring good attorneys."
Friday, December 09, 2005
Jackson Faces Foreclosure
It is reported that Michael Jackson has two weeks two to fend off a $270M foreclosure, or face losing Neverland and his Sony Beatles music catalogue.
His "friends" say that he faces ruin because he listened to the wrong people.
Evidently Jackson took out two loans, one for $200M and the other $70M, which were secured on Neverland and the Beatles catalog.
It seems that he defaulted on the $70M loan in April, then worked out a payment plan with Fortress Investments. However, Jackson defaulted again in October and foreclosure will happen on December 20th.
Jackson has also reportedly failed to make payments on a $2.2M second mortgage he took out on his parents' mansion, which is also now facing foreclosure.
Given his financial predicament, it is hardly surprising that he is planning to re-release his old hits at the rate of one a week.
His "friends" say that he faces ruin because he listened to the wrong people.
Evidently Jackson took out two loans, one for $200M and the other $70M, which were secured on Neverland and the Beatles catalog.
It seems that he defaulted on the $70M loan in April, then worked out a payment plan with Fortress Investments. However, Jackson defaulted again in October and foreclosure will happen on December 20th.
Jackson has also reportedly failed to make payments on a $2.2M second mortgage he took out on his parents' mansion, which is also now facing foreclosure.
Given his financial predicament, it is hardly surprising that he is planning to re-release his old hits at the rate of one a week.
Thursday, December 08, 2005
Jackson's Plan Drug Intervention
Michael Jackson's family is reportedly so alarmed at stories about his drug abuse, that they are planning to trip to Bahrain to stage a drug intervention.
A source is quoted as saying:
"The family is in a state of emergency. They consider it a life-or-death situation."
Adding:
"Grace basically said she can't handle him alone. The family is in a tailspin."
Jackson is denying that he has a drug problem, and called the source's story a "total lie."
A source is quoted as saying:
"The family is in a state of emergency. They consider it a life-or-death situation."
Adding:
"Grace basically said she can't handle him alone. The family is in a tailspin."
Jackson is denying that he has a drug problem, and called the source's story a "total lie."
Wednesday, December 07, 2005
Digging Deep
Michael Jackson is trying to revive his career, and finances, by re-releasing a single every week.
Jackson will release one song every week for the next five months, starting with 'Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough', which will be available in January.
Jackson will release one song every week for the next five months, starting with 'Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough', which will be available in January.
Monday, December 05, 2005
Jackson Invited To Pakistan
Following Michael Jackson's alleged conversion to Islam last month Pakistan's ruling party, the Pakistan Muslim League (PML), has invited him to visit Pakistan.
The PML congratulated Jackson for becoming a member of the "Nation of Islam"> The PML leader, Kanwar Kutubuddin, said that his conversion was a good omen for the Muslim Ummah.
He noted that Jackson's conversion was a positive development, especially since it came at a time when Muslims were being criticised by different elements on an international level.
The PML congratulated Jackson for becoming a member of the "Nation of Islam"> The PML leader, Kanwar Kutubuddin, said that his conversion was a good omen for the Muslim Ummah.
He noted that Jackson's conversion was a positive development, especially since it came at a time when Muslims were being criticised by different elements on an international level.
Friday, December 02, 2005
Rowe Denies Insemination Claims
There has been a further twist to the ongoing bizarre tales being spun about the goings in the life of Michael Jackson.
Debbie Rowe now denies that she spoke to any Irish newspaper about the story that Jackson was not the natural father of their children, Prince Michael and Paris.
It is alleged that Rowe claimed that the children were both conceived using anonymous semen bought from a sperm bank.
She allegedly told the Sunday World:
"Michael knows the truth - that he is not the natural father of Prince Michael Jr and Paris. He has to come clean.
I have no information whatsoever about the identity of the semen donor for either child as such (semen) was obtained anonymously from a semen bank under an agreement of confidentiality."
Rowe denies the story, and says that she was in the US with a cold at the time of the interview.
Don't they have phones in the US?
Her lawyer, Iris Finsilver, has added that Rowe would never say anything to risk her visitation rights.
Fair comment, except that if it were proved that Jackson was not the father then presumably Rowe would get custody?
There is a game being played here, and the press and the public are the patsies.
Debbie Rowe now denies that she spoke to any Irish newspaper about the story that Jackson was not the natural father of their children, Prince Michael and Paris.
It is alleged that Rowe claimed that the children were both conceived using anonymous semen bought from a sperm bank.
She allegedly told the Sunday World:
"Michael knows the truth - that he is not the natural father of Prince Michael Jr and Paris. He has to come clean.
I have no information whatsoever about the identity of the semen donor for either child as such (semen) was obtained anonymously from a semen bank under an agreement of confidentiality."
Rowe denies the story, and says that she was in the US with a cold at the time of the interview.
Don't they have phones in the US?
Her lawyer, Iris Finsilver, has added that Rowe would never say anything to risk her visitation rights.
Fair comment, except that if it were proved that Jackson was not the father then presumably Rowe would get custody?
There is a game being played here, and the press and the public are the patsies.
Thursday, December 01, 2005
Jackson To Fight Drug Allegations
Update to yesterday's story about the investigation into allegations about Michael Jackson illegally trafficking prescription drugs.
It is reported that a source, close to the Jackson family, has said that Jackson would fight this allegation in court.
It is reported that a source, close to the Jackson family, has said that Jackson would fight this allegation in court.
Wednesday, November 30, 2005
Michael Jackson Investigated for Drug Trafficking
It has been reported that police are investigating allegations that Michael Jackson has been trafficking prescription drugs, and that during a police raid that they have found traces of cocaine on his clothes.
Police are investigating allegations that Jackson smuggled prescription drugs from America to Bahrain, in order to maintain a 40 pill a day habit.
Former aides are alleging that Jackson is addicted to painkillers and anti-depressants, seemingly the drugs of choice of those in showbusiness.
Papers released by Santa Maria court note that Jackson's former security guard, Chris Carter, has claimed that Jackson is addicted to Xanax, an anti-anxiety drug.
Apparently a haul of prescription drugs was seized during the raid on Neverland in 2003, additionally traces of cocaine were allegedly found on Jackson's trousers.
The probe into the drug allegations is being led by Santa Barbara's district attorney, Tom Sneddon.
I suspect that Tom Sneddon won't be happy until Jackson is behind bars.
Police are investigating allegations that Jackson smuggled prescription drugs from America to Bahrain, in order to maintain a 40 pill a day habit.
Former aides are alleging that Jackson is addicted to painkillers and anti-depressants, seemingly the drugs of choice of those in showbusiness.
Papers released by Santa Maria court note that Jackson's former security guard, Chris Carter, has claimed that Jackson is addicted to Xanax, an anti-anxiety drug.
Apparently a haul of prescription drugs was seized during the raid on Neverland in 2003, additionally traces of cocaine were allegedly found on Jackson's trousers.
The probe into the drug allegations is being led by Santa Barbara's district attorney, Tom Sneddon.
I suspect that Tom Sneddon won't be happy until Jackson is behind bars.
Who's The Daddy?
Debbie Rowe, the mother of two of Michael Jackson's children, has claimed that they are not Jackson's. She alleges that she was inseminated with sperm from a sperm bank.
She is quoted as saying:
"Michael knows the truth that he is not the natural father of Prince Michael Jr. and Paris. He has to come clean."
This coincides with her current tribulations with Jackson, as she battles for access rights to the children. I would ask at this stage, if they are not his children, why did she hand them over to him?
All this is rather a contrast to her more than favourable testimony, on Jackson's behalf, at his recent trial.
Ever get the feeling that a few tales have been spun?
She is quoted as saying:
"Michael knows the truth that he is not the natural father of Prince Michael Jr. and Paris. He has to come clean."
This coincides with her current tribulations with Jackson, as she battles for access rights to the children. I would ask at this stage, if they are not his children, why did she hand them over to him?
All this is rather a contrast to her more than favourable testimony, on Jackson's behalf, at his recent trial.
Ever get the feeling that a few tales have been spun?
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