NYer credited with dramatic fire rescue proposes to girlfriend on live TVOctober 1st, 2009 NY fire Samaritan proposes on live TVNEW YORK — A Good Samaritan, shown on video dramatically rescuing a child from a Bronx fire, has moved on to another great moment: proposing marriage on live television. Horia Cretan (HOHR'-ee-uh kray-TAHN') got down on one knee Thursday on ABC's "Good Morning America." The woman, identified only as "Desiree," said yes.
Jermaine To Judge Jackson Tv Dance ContestOctober 1st, 2009 MICHAEL JACKSON's brother JERMAINE will judge a U.K. TV talent show featuring contestants trying to dance like the late King of Pop.
Powerworld Drummer Lucas Quits BandSeptember 9th, 2009 German heavy rocker JURGEN 'LUCKI' LUCAS has quit metal band POWERWORLD in between recording sessions for their new album. The rock group, founded by former Freedom Call and Moon'Doc bassist Ilker Ersin, was preparing to release its newest album Human Parasite early next year (10).
Jackson Subway Tribute BlockedAugust 25th, 2009 Transport chiefs in New York have blocked plans to rename the site of MICHAEL JACKSON's iconic BAD promo in honour of the star. Jackson teamed up with director Martin Scorsese to shoot the film at Hoyt-Schermerhorn subway station, Brooklyn, in 1987.
TV channel to hunt for biggest Jackson fan in IndiaAugust 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - All Indian fans of pop star Michael Jackson gear up. Entertainment channel Vh1 is set to host "The Search For India’s Biggest Michael Jackson Fan” contest.
Tito Jackson says he will pay tribute to brother Michael during string of British showsAugust 20th, 2009 Tito Jackson says UK shows will honor MichaelLONDON — Tito Jackson says he plans to pay tribute to his brother Michael during a British tour later this year. Jackson is supporting soul diva Gladys Knight on a tour starting Oct.
Michael Jackson honored at Austrian awards gala for humanitarian effortsJuly 25th, 2009 Michael Jackson honored in AustriaZWENTENDORF, Austria — Michael Jackson was honored in Austria on Friday, a month after his death devastated fans across the world. His brother Jermaine Jackson accepted the "2009 Save the World Award" for the King of Pop's efforts to reach out to the less fortunate and give a voice to the vulnerable.
Record company re-releases previously recorded LaToya Jackson song as Michael Jackson tributeJuly 17th, 2009 LaToya song re-released as Michael Jackson tributeNEW YORK — A song LaToya Jackson previously recorded to honor her family is now being re-released as a tribute to her brother Michael. The song "Home" is being made available on iTunes on July 28 by Ja-Tail Records and Bungalo Records, which is distributed by Universal Music Group.
Pelosi says no need for House to consider resolution in praise of Michael JacksonJuly 9th, 2009 Pelosi: Resolution on Michael Jackson unnecessaryWASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she sees no need for a House resolution in praise of Michael Jackson. Pelosi, D-Calif., says Jackson was a great performer, but she thinks the resolution is unnecessary.
LA plans for massive crowds during Michael Jackson public memorial; ticket lottery announcedJuly 3rd, 2009 LA police plan for huge crowd at Jackson memorialLOS ANGELES — Los Angeles city officials are preparing for massive crowds downtown during Tuesday's public memorial for Michael Jackson at Staples Center. Assistant Police Chief Earl Paysinger says anywhere from a quarter-million to 700,000 people may try to reach the arena, even though a wide area around Staples Center will be sealed off to those without tickets.
Madonna to pay tribute to Michael Jackson in concert at same arena where he was to performJuly 3rd, 2009 Madonna to pay tribute to Jackson in concertLOS ANGELES — Madonna is paying tribute to Michael Jackson in the same arena where he was to stage his great comeback. The superstar is preparing a special part of her concert Saturday at O2 arena.
Harlem's Apollo Theater continues Michael Jackson tributes with amateur night moonwalk contestJuly 2nd, 2009 Apollo Theater's amateur show dedicated to JacksonNEW YORK — Tributes to the King of Pop continued Wednesday at the Apollo Theater, where the weekly Amateur Night turned into a Michael Jackson celebration, with impersonators emulating his outfits and mimicking his dance moves. Teenager Mike Rios was the first to demonstrate his Jackson jinks and jukes when the Harlem theater's doors opened Wednesday night.
Iowa State Fair to honor Michael Jackson with butter statue of the pop iconJuly 1st, 2009 Iowa fair to have butter statue of Michael JacksonDES MOINES, Iowa — Michael Jackson is getting a new tribute. And it's in butter.
Producer: Black Entertainment TV Awards will honor Michael JacksonJune 26th, 2009 Producer: BET Awards will honor Michael JacksonNEW YORK — An executive producer for the Black Entertainment TV Awards says Sunday night's live broadcast from Los Angeles will honor Michael Jackson. Stephen Hill said the show will be dedicated to Jackson because of his influence on music and pop culture.
Stars make last-minute changes to honor Michael Jackson at Black Entertainment TV AwardsJune 26th, 2009 Stars to honor Michael Jackson at BET AwardsLOS ANGELES — The BET Awards are undergoing "a total overhaul" as the show is retooled as a tribute to Michael Jackson, the network said Friday. The telecast is being lengthened, performers are being added to the lineup and additional guests are expected to attend, said Debra L.