DJ AM's death ruled accidental drug overdoseSeptember 30th, 2009 DJ AM's death ruled accidental drug overdoseNEW YORK — DJ AM died accidentally from a lethal cocktail of prescription drugs and cocaine, the medical examiner's office ruled Tuesday. The toxicology report showed the 36-year-old had in his system cocaine, OxyContin, Hydrocodone or Vicodin, antianxiety drugs Xanax and Ativan, Klonopin which also controls anger, Benadryl, and Levamisole, a drug apparently used to cut cocaine.
New Jackson Music Set For ReleaseSeptember 24th, 2009 An unheard MICHAEL JACKSON song will be released in October (09) - almost four months after the KING OF POP's death. Bosses at Sony Music have announced new single This Is It will feature backing vocals from the star's brothers and will hit shelves on 12 October (09).
Smith's Estate Hit With Unpaid Tax ClaimSeptember 19th, 2009 The executors of ANNA NICOLE SMITH's estate have been hit by an unexpected bill - the late model owes the state of California more than $43,000 (£28,000) in unpaid
taxes. The State Franchise Tax Board has filed a creditor's claim against the late star - who died of an accidental overdose in 2007 - for back taxes accrued before her death.
Williams 'new Love Doesn't Mask The Pain Of Ledger Tragedy'September 15th, 2009 Actress MICHELLE WILLIAMS is struggling to find true love following the death of her ex-boyfriend HEATH LEDGER
The Brokeback Mountain star had split from the Aussie actor months before he died from an accidental drug overdose in January 2008, but admits it has been tough trying to find a love to replace Ledger's. Williams has said little about the tragedy, but tells the upcoming issue of style bible Vogue she still feels a lot of pain about the father of her daughter Matilda.
La Toya 'prince Was Called In To Resuscitate Dead Dad'September 11th, 2009 LA TOYA JACKSON served up another shocker about her brother MICHAEL's death on TV in America on Friday night (11Sep09) - his eldest son was called in to try and revive his dead dad. In an exclusive interview, which aired on news show 20/20, the singer told interviewer Barbara Walters she was appalled when she learned Prince Michael, 12, was asked to resuscitate the King of Pop, who was found unconscious by his doctor, Conrad Murray, on 25 June (09).
Mac's Death Kills Off Ocean's FourteenSeptember 11th, 2009 Moviemaker STEVEN SODERBERGH has ruled out another OCEAN'S ELEVEN sequel because no one wants to carry on the film franchise without funnyman BERNIE MAC. Mac, who portrayed Frank Catton in all three Ocean's movies, died last year (08) and now Soderbergh can't imagine making a fourth film without him.
Jackson's Death Certificate AmendedSeptember 2nd, 2009 MICHAEL JACKSON's death certificate has been changed to reflect the coroner's verdict of homicide - with details of an "intravenous injection by another" added to the document. The King of Pop passed away in June (09) after suffering a cardiac arrest, and on Friday (28Aug09), the Los Angeles County Coroner ruled the star was killed by a cocktail of strong prescription drugs.
Jackson's Father 'family Wants Justice'September 1st, 2009 MICHAEL JACKSON's estranged father JOE has spoken out for the first time since the pop legend's death was ruled a homicide - insisting the family "wants justice". The Los Angeles' County Coroner sensationally ruled on Friday (28Aug09) the King of Pop - who died after suffering a cardiac arrest on 25 June (09) - was killed by a cocktail of strong prescription drugs.
Joe Jackson says 'someone should pay' for son Michael Jackson's deathAugust 31st, 2009 Joe Jackson: 'Someone should pay' for son's deathNEW YORK — Michael Jackson's father says he'd never heard of the drug propofol until it was implicated in his son's death. "I'm not angry.
Jackson Death: a HomicideAugust 29th, 2009 MICHAEL JACKSON was killed by a cocktail of strong prescription drugs, Los Angeles' County Coroner has sensationally ruled. In an announcement made on Friday (28Aug09), Jackson's death was ruled a homicide and blamed on the "acute" presence of the anaesthetic Propofol and anti-anxiety drug Lorazepam in his system.
'Family keeps MJ's body frozen whilst police probe death'July 17th, 2009 LONDON - Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's family has kept his body frozen while they wait for the police to investigate if the superstar's death was a murder or manslaughter probe, it has emerged. The 'Thriller' hit-maker's body is being preserved in a refrigerated crypt in Hollywood even three weeks after his death.
Private pathologist: actor David Carradine likely asphyxiated; homicide not ruled outJuly 3rd, 2009 Expert: Asphyxia likely killed actor CarradineLOS ANGELES — The private pathologist who conducted a second autopsy on David Carradine's body said Friday that Thai authorities have determined the actor died of asphyxia and so far, he agrees. "Thus far, the information we have gathered is consistent with that," Dr.
Police release 911 audio, end probe into death of Las Vegas entertainer Danny GansJune 26th, 2009 Police release 911 audio, end probe of Gans deathHENDERSON, Nev. — Police in Nevada have released a 911 recording and closed their investigation of Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans' sudden death at home May 1.
Nolan to back out of 'Batman' series?June 18th, 2009 NEW YORK - After directing two successful instalments of the "Batman" series, Christopher Nolan has sparked rumours that he might not be involved in "Batman 3" due to the tragic death of Heath Ledger. Sources claim that the accidental death of the Joker depicter in "The Dark Knight" is the issue that could hinder Nolan from returning for the next movie, reports aceshowbiz.com.
AP Exclusive: Second autopsy by hired expert finds David Carradine's death not a suicideJune 11th, 2009 AP Exclusive: No Carradine suicide, expert saysLOS ANGELES — The forensics expert hired by David Carradine's family has concluded that the "Kung Fu" actor did not commit suicide, but said that more information was needed from Thai investigators before the cause of death could be determined. Carradine's brothers, Keith and Robert Carradine, each read part of a prepared statement to reporters from The Associated Press at a Los Angeles hotel Thursday morning.