Michael Jackson’s funeral postponed 5 days; will now be Sept. 3

September 4th, 2009 The funeral service of Michael Jackson that was scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. began close to 8.30 p.m.

September 3rd, 2009 Star-studded turnout at Michael Jackson's funeralMichael Jackson's private funeral at Forest Lawn Memorial Park drew a host of celebrities. Among them: — Elizabeth Taylor — Barry Bonds — The Rev.

September 2nd, 2009 Judge says Jackson's estate can pay for funeralLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's estate will pay what are being called "extraordinary" expenses for the pop singer's funeral, attorneys and a judge said Wednesday. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff authorized the current administrators of Jackson's estate to pay for Jackson's funeral and interment, which are scheduled for Thursday evening.

August 22nd, 2009 LOS ANGELES - Pop legend Michael Jackson died June 25 and was supposed to be buried on his 51st birthday Aug 29 but this has again been postponed to Sept 3. A representative from the Jackson family, Ken Sunshine, confirmed that the superstar won't be laid to rest until Thursday, reports aceshowbiz.com.

August 21st, 2009 Randy Jackson, others to testify about deal LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's brother Randy is expected on the witness stand to testify about why a proposed memorabilia tour may not be the best deal for the King of Pop's estate. Randy Jackson, an accountant and a lawyer are among those scheduled to testify Friday in Los Angeles.

August 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - The date for Michael Jackson's burial has been delayed. The singer will now be laid to rest on August 31.

August 3rd, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson reported suffered a heart attack after an aide injected him with a shot of powerful painkiller Demerol, while the star's personal doctor was sleeping. Dr. Conrad Murray was said to have previously admitted to police that he administered surgical anaesthetic Propofol to the King of Pop that same day.

July 18th, 2009 Guardianship hearing for Jackson's kids postponedLOS ANGELES — Court officials say a guardianship hearing for Michael Jackson's children has been postponed until Aug. 3. Katherine Jackson, in the meantime, will remain the temporary guardian of her son's three children.

July 7th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson's mother has reportedly turned his teenage bedroom into a memorial. Katherine was reportedly suggested to "build a sanctuary" to help her cope with the tragic loss of her son.

July 7th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson's mother Katharine has lost control over the King of Pop's estate. She was named temporary administrator of her son's assets on June 29.

July 6th, 2009 LONDON - As more than two million tearful fans flood into Los Angeles to bid farewell to late King of Pop Michael Jackson, police fear that riots may break out at his funeral on July 7. They fear that hundreds of thousands may gatecrash the Hollywood event, before fighting their way into the memorial service, to be held later at the 20,000-seater Staples Centre.

July 4th, 2009 LONDON - A funeral suit is being designed for the late King of Pop Michael Jackson by Los Angeles-based costume designers Dennis Tompkins and Michael Bush. Both designers have worked with Michael in the last 20 years and had been designing costumes for his planned 'This Is It' concert series in London, reported aceshowbiz.com The news comes in the wake of confirmation made by Jackson's family that memorial service will be held to remember his career and life.

June 29th, 2009 Jackson funeral plan still being consideredLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's father, Joe, says planning for the pop star's funeral is awaiting results of a second autopsy. Joe Jackson told reporters outside the family's Los Angeles compound at midday Monday that the second autopsy is under way, but he expects results soon.

June 28th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson's family has said that the loss of the King of Pop has left them "speechless and devastated". The legend's father Joe Jackson has come out with a statement describing days following the death as " one of the darkest moments of our lives", Sky News reports.

June 18th, 2009 Emmy Awards move over for MTV Video Music AwardsLOS ANGELES — The Emmy Awards are being postponed by a week to avoid bumping into MTV's Video Music Awards on September 13. CBS and the Television Academy said Wednesday that the 61st Primetime Emmys would be presented Sept.