Michael Jackson News

‘Boy’, a film about a boy who loves Michael and was written by Taika Waititi, will be released in Australia on August 26th.

Joe Jackson and Mayor Clay are still in discussions with officials about the funding for the Jackson Family Museum & Cultural Center.

At the Jackson Family Foundation news conference on Wednesday, various activities to honour Michael’s anniversary were announced.

Grieving fan Vinod Rathod has written a private album of songs dedicated to his idol, Michael, who he has always admired.

Mike Pickering would like you all to see a YouTube video of an MJ dance, The Drill, performed at his sister’s wedding last April.

Anand Bhatt has produced a spectacular dance tribute in loving memory of Michael at the Globe Theatre in Blackpool.

US News and World Report are running a poll to find out what readers think of sending the President to a Michael’s memorial.

Daniel Reese has painted images of celebrities on his customised trainers, which include the Gorillaz and Michael.

In an interview with Larry King, Lady Gaga has revealed that she was in negotiations to be the opening act at Michael’s O2 shows.

Stevie Wonder and three of his children paid a surprise visit to Michael’s tomb at Forest Lawn cemetery to pay their respects.

The free Crockett Park Concert series plans seven different concerts during the summer which includes a Michael Tribute Band.

It is reported that Michael’s fans have set up an on-line petition asking Mr Thomas Mesereau to help them get justice for Michael.

One of Michael’s favourite Neverland rides will be open for every child to enjoy at the Sierra Vista Mall Carnival from
June 10-13.

A photographer who has just published a book of photos of items from the failed Julien’s Auctions, has filed suit against the Estate.

Al Lateef Farmer is concerned that black music has lost its soul, and wonders why musicians settle for middle of the road music.

At the end of her concert at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, Canada on May 31st, Diana Ross sang three songs dedicated to Michael.

Tobias Mead, who started dancing after he saw Michael doing the moonwalk, has reached Saturdays final of Britain’s Got Talent.

The Australian Michael Jackson Tribute show will star Paul Rizzo who is named as one of the top 10 MJ impersonators in the world.

The DanceFX crew are extending their dance classes to pop enthusiasts, including Usher, Beyonce and Michael dances from next month.

The 76th San Mateo County Fair, on June 12th, will have not just the usual attractions, but also a Michael laser tribute.

More than 200 of Michael’s personal belongings will be sold by Julien’s Auctions in Las Vegas at Planet Hollywood on June 25th.

Orianthi, the guitarist from Michael’s ‘This Is It’ spoke to weekender.com about her career and auditioning for Michael.

A new tribute book, ‘Michael In Foreverland’ has been written and compiled by Kim Day who has a related website and YouTube video.

TMZ has revealed that Doctor Conrad Murray is planning to visit Michael’s tomb on or around the first anniversary of his death.

Darlene Walker from Australia will send a signed Australian Flag to Los Angeles to be used in the rally against Murray on June 14.

It has been reported by TMZ that Forest Lawn staff have been instructed not to allow Michael’s fans to gather near his mausoleum.

Details of the Michael Jackson Family Trust Fund were published in a British tabloid newspaper, ‘The News Of The World’ yesterday.

Evan Lysacek, who was gold medalist in Vancouver this year, skated to Michael’s ‘Man In The Mirror’, in the ‘Stars On Ice’ revue.

The Three Rivers Arts Festival launches on Friday at Pitttsburgh’s Golden Triangle where you can learn to dance like Michael.

Photographer Henry Leutwyler has photographed many of Michael’s possessions from the failed auction and compiled them into a book.

Fatima Robinson, dancer and choreographer, reminisced recently on a US radio interview about her work on Michael’s short films.

All Tribute artists are being called upon to honor Michael in their own way, perhaps by performing for children or the elderly.

Diana Ross will perform a one night show at the Fox Theater, in her home town of Detroit, which will include a tribute to Michael.

Peruvian Presidential hopeful Fujimori points out that her campaign isn’t ‘dead’ by using Michael’s ‘Thriller’ in a stage show.

Starz will air the television premiere of Michael’s ‘This Is It’ on June 19th, according to a press release from the network.

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries said today that it will stop making Propofol, the sedative which was the cause of Michael’s death.

Jason Derulo has named the band he would most like to work with, including Michael on lead vocals, who has influenced him so much.

On June 2nd at the Genesis Convention Center, Gary Mayor Rudy Clay will announce further news of the Jackson Family Museum.

Many fans think ‘Billie Jean’ is the most famous and danceable of all Michael’s songs, and it has been covered in some odd ways.

‘So You Think You Can Dance’ judge, Mia Michaels, speaks to examiner.com of Michael’s influence on her life and career.

Music maestro AR Rahman believes Michael is a major influence on his work and will use his songs as a subject in music school.

Michael’s Estate Executors have replied to AllGood Entertainments lawsuit against Michael for $300 million over a J5 concert.