Michael Jackson News

MJ Author, Damien Shields, has written a lengthy, but really interesting article, which he has called ‘Leaving Neverland Exposed: The Devil is in the Detail’.

The lawsuit case against the Michael Jackson Estate and Michael’s manager Tohme Tohme has been amicably settled, with both parties declining to specify the deal. 

‘Chase The Truth’ is a new documentary by Michael’s bodyguard Matt Fiddes, that will be launched next month, in response to the ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary. 

Clips can now be seen on YouTube of John Branca and others, as they participated in a panel discussion about trial by media, last month at Harvard University. 

On Thursday, August 29th in Las Vegas, The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil are hosting their 7th ‘Michael Jackson ONE’ celebration at Mandalay Bay.

Here is the latest on the lawsuit between the Estate of Michael Jackson and HBO, which theblast.com has taken from an interview with litigator, Bryan Freedman.

British singer Boy George has recently spoke to Andy Cohen, executive producer and host of ‘Watch What Happens Live’ about the ‘Leaving Neverland’ documentary.

In a article in Newsweek, it seems that the inspiration for the ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ character came from various people, including Michael Jackson and Madonna. 

Michael Jackson’s Estate has shared their perspective on the upcoming stage musical, which has recently been making headlines in the press around the world.

Australian Michael Jackson fan takes his ‘MJ Innocent Campaign’ to Adelaide Australia’s ‘Fringe World Festival’ on the night the documentary aired in Australia.

Actress Robin Givens discusses in a recent interview with Essence’s Yes Girl, how she ended up with a part in ‘The Wiz’ and met Michael Jackson and Diana Ross.

In an article on Billboard’s website, John Branca, co-executor of Michael’s Estate, speaks of the repercussions of the recent documentary ‘Leaving Neverland.’

Mark Lester’s daughter, Lucy, has recently done an interview with gloustershirelive.co.uk and in the interview she speaks about her Godfather, Michael Jackson.

Liam McEwan’s a celebrity interviewer and he has made a short documentary in response to ‘Leaving Neverland’ with interviews from some of those close to Michael.

Whilst Judith Ralston was presenting BBC Scotland’s weather on Tuesday evening, a Michael like figure appeared as clouds on the map, off the coast of Aberdeen.

Please be aware that the 10th anniversary memorial event planned at the Paradiso in Amsterdam, on June 28th, has been cancelled. Ticket refunds are available.

Marvel’s superhero Groot, the tree-like being from Planet X and one of the characters from ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy’ gets his groove on to Michael’s ‘Thriller.’

Roslyn Witz Cohen has posted on her Facebook page about her family meeting Michael at Sun City in 1997. Michael visited with them and they also went to Neverland.

According to NME, the documentary makers of ‘Leaving Neverland’ have refused to remove Brett Barnes from the footage after his lawyer, requested they do so.

Michael’s Estate has updated the fans, thanking those who have supported Michael over the past few weeks and outlining some of their intentions going forward.

Singer/Songwriter Nickita, has send us her version of Michael’s ‘Earth Song’, which she would like us to pass on as a gift, for all your dedication to Michael.

Michael fan, Brigitte Bloemen, has asked us to share this with all German speaking Michael fans – A petition to stop the airing of ‘Leaving Neverland’ in Germany.

The 10th year One Rose for Michael J. Jackson, Roses for June 25th 2019 is officially open. You can now send a rose to Michael’s resting place. All details here.

Three Michael Jackson fan groups in France, are suing the two men who featured in the recent documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ for “sullying” Michael’s memory.

Despite the negativity surrounding the last week, Michael’s songs have continued to be streamed in their millions, with the numbers staying as strong as ever.

New rare footage of Michael, circa 1984, practicing new and innovative dance moves that he would go on to use in his breathtaking performances has been released.

Here is an open letter from Franziska, Anton, Marlies and Wolfgang Schleiter who met Michael in Germany in 1995 . Their letter is titled ‘Enough is Enough’.

The second night viewer figures for ‘Leaving Neverland’ in the U.S. are worse than the first, with Oprah Winfrey’s ‘After Neverland’ section doing even worse.

The Michael Jackson art exhibition ‘On The Wall’ will be in Bonn, Germany from March 22nd for four months, as it continues its world tour. Next stop, Finland.

10 years ago today Michael Jackson held a press conference at the O2 Arena in London to announce This It It. It become his last ever official public appearance.

Here is an official statement from Adrian Grant the creator and executive director of ‘Thriller Live’ and author of ‘Michael Jackson – The Visual Documentary’.

Actor Corey Feldman has said on Twitter that he has watched ‘Leaving Neverland’ and it was a documentary that was “poorly made” and like “La La Land” to him.

According to a report by Showbiz 411, more people watched ‘The Housewives of Atlanta’, ‘Naked and Afraid’ and ‘Beachfront Bargain Hunt’ than ‘Leaving Neverland’.

The Jeremy Vine show will be discussing Leaving Neverland on tomorrow’s show and are inviting MJ fans to attend and share their comments about the documentary.

Author Damien Shields has posted an in-depth article on his web site about what the media are not telling you with regards to the documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’.

According to a report in the Sunday Times, Radio 2 have removed Michael Jackson from their playlists, due to the up and coming documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’.

Michael Jackson’s Estate have released a new statement, tearing apart the forthcoming show Leaving Neverland by providing some background around the accusers.

In a new Kerrang interview, Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash, explains what happened when Michael asked him to play on his ‘Dangerous’ album and he later met him.

Michael’s Estate has made ‘Live In Bucharest’ available to watch on Michael’s YouTube Channel. ‘Live At Wembley’ will also be available, both for a limited time.

On Thursday, the president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, an organisation that was founded by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., wrote a letter to HBO.

When airing “Live From Bucharest” in 1992 HBO agreed to non-disparagement provisions which still remain in effect. Michael’s Estate are now taking legal action.

Nathan Cavaleri was twelve when he was signed to Michael Jackson’s record label in 1993. Listen to what Nathan has to say on his experience with Michael here.