MJ's bro Jermaine to judge BBC's 'Move Like Jacko'October 1st, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson's brother Jermaine has been signed to be a judge on the BBC's 'Move Like Jacko' talent show. On the show, the Jackson Five star will be searching for wannabes in UK who can dance like the late King of Pop.
Now, Amy Winehouse wants to do her own gigsAugust 24th, 2009 LONDON - Singer Amy Winehouse has said that she is set to make a comeback and perform her own gigs. The troubled star made the announcement after sharing the stage with her idols 'The Specials' recently.
Jacko often forgot to eat and had to be 'force fed' while preparing for O2 gigsJuly 2nd, 2009 LONDON - One of Michael Jackson's closest confidants has revealed that the star was so immersed in his preparations for his O2 Arena comeback gigs that he often forgot to eat, and had to be "force fed". If AEG Live boss Randy Phillips is to be believed, Jackson's calorie intake had fallen to dangerously low levels in the days before his death.
Jacko looked picture of health two days before deathJune 30th, 2009 LONDON - King of Pop Michael Jackson is said to have been in incredible form just two days before his death. Jacko was pictured strutting about the stage rehearsing his moves for his gigs at London's O2, which was to start next month.
Sister Janet Jackson to fill in for Jacko at O2 gigs?June 30th, 2009 LONDON - Janet Jackson is expected to take her late brother Michael Jackson's place for some of the gigs he was scheduled to perform here. Organisers are trying to rope her in to avoid heavy losses.
Jackson's final rehearsal to be cut into last albumJune 29th, 2009 LONDON - Music and video recordings of pop legend Michael Jackson's final rehearsal prior to his sudden death are set to be released by the star's former concert promoters as his last album. Cameras captured Jackson singing and dancing last Wednesday, just one day before he died after cardiac arrest and the footage is being compiled for a DVD and album, reports contactmusic.com.
Michael Jackson wanted to play only 10 gigs in UK, says former nannyJune 29th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's former nanny has confirmed that he wanted to stage only 10 shows in London, but he failed to read the contract properly. The 'Thriller' hitmaker passed away at a rented Los Angeles home just two weeks before he was due to start his 50 02 Arena shows in London.
Jacko sued in bid to put off London comeback gigsJune 11th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson has been slapped with a lawsuit filed by a music promoter, alleging his appearances in London this year would breach a previous contract. AllGood Entertainment Inc claimed it had inked a deal with Jackson's manager, Frank DiLeo, in November according to which the singer was committed to make a US appearance this summer.
'Jacko's weird London gigs child choir demands'June 10th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson has turned his London gigs preparation into a nightmare for promoters after making a series of weird demands for his child choir, according to reports. The King of Pop had apparently sent emails to organisers AEG Live, demanding every child singer to be able to do sign language.
Jacko doing UK tour 'to build trust fund for his kids'June 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson decided to step out for his London tour after a 13-year gap to set up a trust fund for his kids, according to the organiser of his forthcoming gigs. The King of Pop, who last toured in 1996, was due to kick start his much-awaited 50-show run at the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena on July 8.
Jacko may scrap more gigs due to skin cancer treatmentMay 29th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson may have to scrap more of his concerts in the UK due to his treatment for skin cancer. The King of Pop, who was diagnosed with skin cancer last month, might have to undergo gruelling radiotherapy to beat the disease.
Jacko 'falls for baton-twirling circus babe'May 24th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson is said to be besotted with a baton-twirling circus stnner who he wants to perform at his comeback London gigs. Jacko, who has already recruited a professional pole dancer to join his troupe at the tour, is about to sign Noriko Takahashi, 30, who is currently appearing in Las Vegas in the Cirque du Soleil production Ka.
Jacko in talks for X Factor appearanceMay 20th, 2009 LONDON - Pop star Michael Jackson is being lined up to make an appearance in the X Factor final. If reports are to be believed, executives from production company Talkback Thames are already in talks with Michael's manager Frank DeLeo.
Noel Gallagher is against gigs in car-parking areasMay 15th, 2009 LONDON - Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher has expressed his anger on promoters who book huge car parking areas as location for their gigs. Noel, who recently performed in Argentina, Chile and Peru, revealed that he would like to perform in huge stadiums instead of car parks.
'Thriller' actress sues Jacko over unpaid royaltiesMay 6th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The actress in Michael Jackson's smash hit 'Thriller' video is suing the popstar over unpaid royalties. Ola Ray, a former Playboy Playmate, is suing the King of Pop and his production company alleging breach of contract.
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