Michael Jackson News

Japanese company Michael Jackson Asian Rights Co. is being investigated by Michael’s Estate regarding merchandising rights.

At the auction at Planet Hollywood Hotel in Las Vegas, on Thursday and Friday, Michael’s ‘Victory’ glove sold for $190 thousand.

During the year since he died, Michael is officially the highest seller in Britain with 2.8 million albums and 1.5 million singles.

As fans around the world gathered to remember Michael on his anniversary, his mother issued a message of thanks to his fans.

On the first anniversary of Michael’s death, Donny Osmond speaks of his memories and the good times he spent with Michael.

Appearing on The Early Show, John Landis has talked of the concept and his memories of directing Michael’s ‘Thriller’ short film.

The Commodores have released their Grammy award winning song ‘Nightshift,’ as a tribute to Michael on his first anniversary.

Shaquille O’Neal has spoken of his life-long regard for Michael, their first meeting at his Florida home, and their friendship.

Arabella has sent us a link to a thought-provoking article analysing Michael as the most influential artist of the 20th Century.

Please click here to read an article by Kate Allen, which she has written to mark the first anniversary of Michael’s death.

ETonline will carry a live feed from 6.00 a.m. (PST), as fans and mourners assemble at Forest Lawn in Glendale tomorrow.

‘Click Track’ is getting out their old Michael albums to mark the anniversary tomorrow, and want you to compile your own album.

Rising electro rap stars LMFAO will be hosting a Michael Tribute Party at midtown dance spot ‘Pacha’, in New York on Friday.

Michaeljackson.com needs 1 million tributes to Michael. They currently have 600,000. Please click here to add your tribute.

In Lithuania, 3650 candles will be lit to honor Michael’s memory at the trading entertainment centre
Akropolis Kaunas.

It is rumoured that Mariah Carey may well bid on the “royal-looking” living room set Michael had ordered for his London mansion.

The Reverend Al Sharpton has said that we aren’t able to mourn for Michael because there are still too many unanswered questions.

The Executors of Michael’s Estate have decided to keep the Sony/ATV catalogue, which is the estate’s most valuable asset.

Kai Chase, Michael’s chef, has been interviewed and has spoken of her time with Michael and the children and their sense of fun.

Michael’s Estate is alleging that Marc Schaffel’s documentary has misled fans by making it appear that it was authorised by them.

Johannes Timander, of the band 8-Point Rose, has contacted us to tell us about their tribute song, ‘This Is It’ Metal Tribute.

Please click here to see an official press release from Forest Lawn Memorial Park regarding visiting the park tomorrow.

Michael fan, Justin Scott, has put together a tribute for Michael’s anniversary, which he would like to share with you all.

Lee has told us that a Michael tribute will take over the Fuse site over the weekend, for more information, please click here.

Jewel and daughter Maxcine carry on Michael’s memory with a display of Michael memorabilia on their front porch in Washington DC.

Genesis Group International has filed a creditors claim for $4,580,000 for services connected with the refinancing of Neverland.

Madame Tussauds in New York City, have spruced up Michael’s wax-work figure, for a new tribute exhibition.

Michael’s anniversary has prompted an outpouring of TV salutes in the US. Here is a list of some of them, but not everything.

GMTV are dedicating their show on Friday, June 25th to Michael, and you have been invited to take part in the show.

‘Thriller Live’ is holding a special memorial unveiling for Michael on Thursday and would like to invite all fans.

Diane Washington has contacted us to tell us about some rare pictures of Michael that are being featured all week on myjet247.

The Sunflower Guy, who kindly filled Michael’s mausoleum with Sunflowers, has a special offer for all Michael’s fans.

Cellist Elias Kahila from Finland has done three covers of Michael’s songs. ‘Earth Song’, ‘Jam’ and ‘You Are Not Alone.’

June 25th will be marked by an expanded exhibit of Motown’s Jackson 5 memorabilia and a live broadcast at the Motown Museum.

The fans who will travel to Forest Lawn Cemetery on Friday, will face restrictions as they gather to pay their respects.

273 unreleased J5 songs including a duet with Tina Turner have been discovered in a warehouse full of Jackson family memorabilia.

West Bend, Milwaukeeis is to host the attempt to break the record for the most people to perform the ‘Thriller’ dance together.

Many stars will gather at CBS for ‘The Early Show,’ on Friday, for a special on Michael, ‘Michael Jackson – One Year Later.’

InStyle.com reports that you’d be hard-pressed to find a pop star who hasn’t been influenced by Michael’s sense of style.

Kim Day, author of ‘Michael In Foreverland’ would like to ask all fans to watch her tribute to Michael on his anniversary.

CNN’s Don Lemon interviewed members of Michael’s family, friends and colleagues trying to unravel the contradictions surrounding his death.

A Michael celebration will take place on Thursday, June 24th in Tallahassee. It’s a free event running from 7.00 – 11.00 p.m.