Fans boycott Jackson film 'This Is It'October 26th, 2009 LONDON - Fans of late King of Pop Michael Jackson have launched a campaign to boycott his film 'This Is It'. The online protest - called This is NOT It, is being supported by thousands of people, who claim that the film features the singer's deteriorating health and the stress of the planned 50 London shows leading up to his death in June.
Role of Michael Jackson's children uncertain in new A&E reality show about his brothersOctober 14th, 2009 Jackson children's role in TV series uncertainLOS ANGELES — Whether Michael Jackson's children will be part of a TV series about his brothers or not is up in the air. A&E says the reality show with the working title "The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty" is focused on brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Tito and Marlon and their lives after Michael's drug-induced death in June.
Bardot Urges Syrup Ban Over Canada's Seal SlayingsSeptember 25th, 2009 Screen legend BRIGITTE BARDOT is calling on animal lovers to boycott Canadian maple syrup until the country bans seal hunting. The longtime animal rights activist is calling for a complete snub of Canada's most iconic consumer product to put pressure on the government to stop the culling of hundreds of thousands of seals a year.
Fonda And Glover Come Under Fire From Oscar-winning RabbiSeptember 5th, 2009 Hollywood stars including JANE FONDA and DANNY GLOVER have been slammed by an Oscar-winning rabbi over their decision to boycott Canada's Toronto International Film Festival because of the event's focus on Israeli moviemaking. This year's (09) festival features a programme entitled City to City, which will highlight 10 Israeli films to celebrate Tel Aviv's 100th anniversary.
Jacksons Thank Fans For Helping Them Through Michael TragedySeptember 5th, 2009 The Jackson family has publicly thanked the fans and mourners who attended MICHAEL JACKSON's burial ceremony in California on Thursday night (03Sep09), insisting they helped to sustain the famous clan following the death of the King of Pop. The pop superstar was finally laid to rest in The Great Mausoleum at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where famous friends like Macauley Culkin, Elizabeth Taylor, Corey Feldman, Berry Gordy, Quincy Jones and the singer's first wife Lisa Marie Presley joined 200 guests for an outdoor ceremony.
Michael Jackson's brother, Randy, and others to testify about proposed memorabilia tourAugust 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.
Michael Jackson's Mexico fans to attempt world record for size of crowd dancing to 'Thriller'August 19th, 2009 Mexican fans to try for 'Thriller' dance recordMEXICO CITY — Led by a Michael Jackson impersonator in sunglasses, a sequined black jacket and white glove, dozens of the singer's Mexican fans are practicing the steps in his "Thriller" video to attempt a new world record. The organizer, Carlos Contreras, says more than 10,000 people have signed up to take part in the dance routine Aug.
Michael Jackson's body moved to secret freezerAugust 17th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jacksons mother has moved the King of Pops body to a secret freezer because she wanted it kept where she could visit him privately. Jacksons body had been temporarily entombed in Motown legend Berry Gordys family crypt at a cemetery in the Hollywood Hills.
With whom will Jacksons kids stay?August 4th, 2009 Michael Jackson’s three children will stay in the custody of his mother Katherine and their biological mother Debby will get visitation rights based on a schedule they have worked out with the help of a child psychiatrist. This is as per the custody agreement announced by Katherine Jackson and Deborah Rowe’s attorneys last week.
Megan Fox to face 'media blackout' on Aug 4July 30th, 2009 LONDON - The editors of America's biggest male websites seem to believe that they have given fans an overdose of Megan Fox this summer, so they've decided to boycott news related to her for a day. Section of the media has vowed to disengage her from the limelight and not cover any news related to her nor publish her pictures on one particular day.
Jackson's daughter wants to record a song for himJuly 11th, 2009 LONDON - Paris Jackson, who paid an emotional tribute to her father and pop legend Michael Jackson at his memorial service Tuesday, is keen to sing a track for him after being inspired by the artistes who performed at the star-studded service at Los Angeles' Staples Center. The 11-year-old girl has discussed her plans with her aunts, uncles and grandparents but they are keen to protect her privacy, reported femalefirst.co.uk.
Swedish newspapers threaten to boycott Britney's gig over restrictionsJuly 11th, 2009 LONDON - Swedish newspapers have reportedly threatened to boycott pop princess Britney Spear's concerts in Stockholm, if restrictions imposed on the press are not scrapped. The country's top four dailies-Dagens Nyheter, Svenska Dagbladet, Expressen and Aftonbladet-have said that they will not send their photographers to the show if certain conditions on how the images can be used are amended.
Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe to miss his funeralJuly 7th, 2009 LONDON - Late pop icon Michael Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe has decided to skip the singer's memorial service because she feels her presence could be a distraction for others who will gather there later Tuesday. Jackson's funeral will be held at Los Angeles' Staples Center.
Janet Jackson takes the stage for an emotional BET finale and thanks fans for their loveJune 29th, 2009 Janet Jackson takes stage for BET finaleLOS ANGELES — Janet Jackson has taken the stage at the BET Awards to speak on behalf of her grieving family and thank fans for their love and support. It was Janet Jackson's first public appearance since her brother died last Thursday.
I was working with Michael Jackson: Adnan SamiJune 27th, 2009 MUMBAI - Singer Adnan Sami is crestfallen following Michael Jackson's death not only because the world has lost its King of Pop but also because he was working with the superstar and his sister Janet Jackson on an album. "I was working on an album with Janet and Michael Jackson.