Michael Jackson News

Donations needed please! This charity is aiming to bring love & happiness to sick children’s lives by giving each one a box of toys, games & learning materials.

Bruce Swedien, who recorded most of Michael’s hit songs and albums speaks to students of his work, his career and his regard for Michael’s genius and abilities.

After yesterday’s emotional testimony from Karen, she continued today, to express her grave concerns about Michael’s health, during his ‘This Is It’ rehearsals.

Here is your first look at the amazing new Cirque Du Soleil show ‘Michael Jackson ONE,’ which is coming to Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas Nevada on May 23rd.

Karen Faye was Michael’s hair and make-up stylist for twenty-seven years. She gave evidence in Court, calling him “a gentle genius,” with unparalleled stamina!

Michael told Kenny Ortega days before he died that he was hearing God’s voice Producer Alif Sankey testified Wednesday.
“God keeps talking to me,” Michael said.

Dr Daniel Wohlgelernter, a cardiologist of great renown, testified today that Murray did not have the training to be Michael’s doctor for the ‘This Is It’ tour.

Speaking with Piers Morgan, rock star Eddie Van Halen has spoken about his memory of Michael and also shared a comical story of how he ended up on ‘Beat It.’

A forensic toxicologist testified today that Michael’s body was “riddled with Propofol” when he died, in an amount consistent to major surgery with anaesthesia.

For all the many fans who do not have English as a first language ‘One Rose For Michael’ on FaceBook is now translated into French, Spanish, German and Russian.

Five days before Michael died his manager Frank DiLeo called Murray & told him Michael was sick & implored him to have blood tests done according to a voicemail

Prince Jackson is following in Michael’s footsteps, by spending time volunteering at Los Angeles Children’s Hospital. He shared details on his Twitter.com page.

On day two of this case Los Angeles Police Department Detective Orlando Martinez continued his testimony and spoke of many discrepancies in Murray’s statements.

Chris Kelly one half of the 1990s rap duo Kris Kross has died in an Atlanta hospital at the age of 34. He was in the ‘Jam’ short film after touring with Michael

The 1st witness of the day was Richard Senneff, a paramedic, who was first at the scene of Michael’s death; he recapped the testimony he gave in Murray’s trial.

Brian Panish, told the jury that promoter AEG was so desperate to become No. 1 in the concert industry that they ruthlessly pushed MJ, regardless of his health.

On April 22nd the world celebrated ‘Earth Day.’ Michael’s short film was partly shot in Tarangire National Park which is the natural home of the giant elephant.

Katherine’s Lawsuit v AEG Live commenced today. Unfortunately, fans need to be aware that AEG Live warns of “Ugly Stuff” to be revealed during the trial sadly!

Koskoff & Bieder act for Katherine Jackson in her litigation against AEG. They will cover the medical aspects of the case, and were brought in by Brian Panish.

‘Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour’ has soared to the top of the ‘Hot Tours’ tally with ticket sales income reported from arenas in eight European cities.

Remember how we told you how Will.I.Am liked Daft Punk’s new single ‘Get Lucky,’ because it sounded like Michael’s music, well many other people also liked it!!

Katherine’s Case against AEG Live began today in the same small courtroom where the OJ Simpson case took place; this case is likely to last through the Summer!!

‘The Woodville,’ in Gravesend, Kent, will host Anthony King’s tribute to Michael Jackson at 7.30pm on May 24th together with his dancers, singers and live band.

Celine Dion has spoken of her shock when she heard that Michael had died, because he had looked so healthy when he visited her backstage after one of her shows.

Gieves & Hawkes’ director of military tailoring in London recalls a visit from Michael in 1988 during the ‘BAD’ tour & making him a perfectly wonderful uniform.

Attorneys involved in the AEG Live Civil case, are already squabbling over details, including Michael’s earning power, and who pays for audio-visual equipment.

Neverland which was allowed to decline since Michael’s death, is being restored. The rides are gone, but the gardens and the house are being lovingly cared for.

Opening statements in Mrs Katherine Jackson’s wrongful death trial against AEG will be heard on Monday April 29th with the first testimony to follow soon after.

Reuters report that the final jury has been chosen, and consists of 6 men and 6 women. The three alternates will be selected and opening statements will follow.

Will.i.Am likes Daft Punk’s new single ‘Get Lucky,’ as it sounds like Michael’s ‘Thriller’ and ‘Off The Wall’ albums; they even use a similar font on the cover.

Associated Press reports that Murray has appealed against his involuntary manslaughter conviction, claiming that there were multiple legal errors, at his trial.

Judge Yvette Palazuelos will only accept health reasons for refusing to act as a juror, after she received many notes from potential jurors asking to be excused.

Kate Allen has recently reviewed ‘The Trials Of Michael Jackson’ author Lynton Guest; this book was released in 2006 and Kate is fairly critical of its content.

David Ilan who began the tribute Portrait of Michael has extended an offer to two children to take part in the portrait by adding their dots in Michael’s heart.

R. Karthikeyan is a ‘Forever’ fan of Michael’s, who lives in India, who has been inspired to perform by Michael’s music, message and his motivating dance moves!

Black Image has an archived article published in December 2009, which describes the memories of Michael’s ‘This Is It’ band and their final rehearsals with him.

In an article on Pop’s Best Dancers FT decided that Michael came in at Number One ahead of James Brown and Jackie Wilson who both inspired Michael’s cool moves!

When Michael Caine and Quincy Jones celebrated their 80th birthdays MJ was honoured with renditions of his famed songs ‘Man In The Mirror’ & ‘We Are The World.’

Michael’s daughter Paris, has spoken of her love for her incredible father, her love and hopes for her Neverland home, plus her ambitions to be a heart surgeon!

Adrian Grant wishes the world would see Michael‘s genius! He regrets the fact that Michael gains more respect since his demise, than when he was actually alive!

With jury selection lasting for another couple of days, the pool stands today at 81; in-person questioning of potential jurors is scheduled to begin next Monday

Bath In Fashion offers Bath Chronicle readers a chance to get two tickets for the price of one to see Michael Bush in conversation with Ali Vowles on April 20th.