Jay-Z nixes Chris Brown’s plans to perform at BET AwardsNEW YORK - Jay-Z thrashed Chris Brown’s hopes of returning on stage at the BET Awards, in a bid to pay tribute to late King of Pop Michael Jackson. BET Awards with Jackson tribute, plus Jon & Kate, show cable TV’s competitive strengthNEW YORK — The BET Awards, which turned into a tribute to Michael Jackson on Sunday night, drew 10.7 million viewers to rank as the most-watched program on a cable network this year. After intense attention, coverage of Michael Jackson’s death begins recedingNEW YORK — Media coverage of Michael Jackson’s death began receding following an extraordinary worldwide outpouring, with the shock wearing off and the pace of new developments slowing. Sister Janet Jackson to fill in for Jacko at O2 gigs?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. Has Kanye West re-united with ex flame Amber Rose?WASHINGTON - Kanye West has fuelled rumours of reconciliation with ex-girlfriend Amber Rose after the couple danced the night away at the 2009 BET Awards on Sunday (June 28). Lawyer says Michael Jackson’s doctor did not prescribe Demerol, OxyContin for pop starLOS ANGELES — A lawyer for Michael Jackson’s doctor said his client never gave or prescribed Jackson the painkillers Demerol or OxyContin, and denied reports suggesting that the doctor gave the pop star drugs that contributed to his death. Janet Jackson pays tearful homage to Michael Jackson at star-studded BET AwardsWASHINGTON - A star-studded audience at the BET Awards on Sunday were left stunned, when Janet Jackson paid a tearful tribute to her late brother Michael. Tears and single gloves: Janet Jackson caps emotional night at BET Awards honoring her brotherLOS ANGELES — Some of the biggest stars on the planet turned back into gushing Michael Jackson fans at the BET Awards, donning single gloves, swapping stories about their idol and singing The King of Pop’s standards. One person who perhaps knew him best, though, brought the night into perspective: his sister. Winners from the ninth annual BET AwardsWinners from the ninth annual BET Awards: — Male R&B Artist: Ne-Yo. Janet Jackson takes the stage for an emotional BET finale and thanks fans for their loveLOS 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. BET Awards honors King of Pop’s legacy with musical tributes, moonwalking and single glovesLOS ANGELES — While BET celebrated the life of Michael Jackson the entertainer, Janet Jackson — in her first public appearance since her brother’s shocking death — memorialized him as her beloved sibling and family member, eliciting tears as she vowed his memory would live forever. Stars honor Michael Jackson with fashion tributes on BET Awards red carpetLOS ANGELES — Several performers strutted down the BET Awards red carpet clad in Michael Jackson inspired memorabilia in remembrance of The King of Pop. BET Awards turn up star power at tribute to Michael JacksonLOS ANGELES — The BET Awards turned up the star power Sunday as the annual event was transformed into a musical farewell to Michael Jackson. Bet Awards get under way with Michael Jackson’s legacy honored in song and costumesLOS ANGELES — The BET Awards became the official Michael Jackson TV celebration on Sunday, as the show kicked off with joyous tributes to the King of Pop, from a New Edition-Jackson 5 medley to Jamie Foxx’s monologue, delivered in that classic red leather zipper jacket and white glove. Bet Awards gets under way with Michael Jackson’s legacy honored in song and costumesLOS ANGELES — While BET celebrated the life of Michael Jackson the entertainer, Janet Jackson — in her first public appearance since her brother’s shocking death — memorialized him as her beloved sibling and family member, eliciting tears as she vowed his memory would live forever. Jackson’s parents declare authority over son Michael’s affairs; children are ‘first priority’LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s father declared Sunday in the strongest terms yet that he and his wife have sole authority over the late pop star’s affairs. Michael Jackson’s father joins star-studded list of celebrities at BET AwardsLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s father has joined a star-studded list of performers and celebrities turning out to honor the King of Pop at Sunday’s BET Awards. Joe Jackson at BET Awards, father of Michael will will make appearance onstageLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s father has arrived at the BET Awards. BET reporter spotted at Jackson family compoundLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s father has arrived at the BET Awards. Jackson still had faint pulse when doctor found him in last moments, lawyer saysLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson still had a faint pulse and his body was warm when his doctor found him in bed and not breathing, a lawyer for the doctor told The Associated Press on Sunday. Patriarch of Jackson family says he doubts stress of concerts sickened King of PopLOS ANGELES — The father of Michael Jackson says he does not believe stress over the intense series of concerts the King of Pop planned for his comeback led to his death. Obama sends condolences to Jackson family, spokeswoman says doctor not a suspectLOS ANGELES — The cardiologist who was with Michael Jackson during the pop star’s final moments sat down with investigators for three hours to explain his actions, and his spokeswoman says he is not a suspect. BET Awards to honor the memory of Michael Jackson after last-minute ‘total overhaul’LOS ANGELES — After three days to process the shock and grief, attendees at the BET Awards — a show thrown into “total overhaul” by the death of Michael Jackson — were preparing for what was sure to be a spectacular celebration of the King of Pop, put on by a dazzling collection of the artists he influenced most. King of Pop’s doctor sits down with detectives on eve of star-studded tribute in Los AngelesLOS ANGELES — The cardiologist who was with Michael Jackson during the pop star’s final moments sat down with investigators for three hours to explain his actions, and his spokeswoman says he is not a suspect. BET Awards organizers ready for record turnout as artists prepare Jackson tributesLOS ANGELES — The Shrine Auditorium became an entertainment epicenter Saturday, as performers and organizers prepared for the Sunday’s BET Awards show that’s being retooled as a tribute to Michael Jackson. Police focus on medical treatment in Michael Jackson death amid world outpouring of griefLOS ANGELES — Police investigating Michael Jackson’s death looked into his medical treatment Friday, seeking to interview one of the pop king’s doctors and seizing a car that they said may contain drugs or other evidence. Stars make last-minute changes to honor Michael Jackson at Black Entertainment TV 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. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive of Black Entertainment Television. Producer: Black Entertainment TV 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. Police tow doctor’s car from Michael Jackson home, say it could offer evidence in pop star’s deathLOS ANGELES — Police towed the car of a doctor from Michael Jackson’s home Friday and said it could contain drugs or other evidence offering clues in the pop star’s death. Beyonce to be among BET Awards performers, along with Kanye West, Maxwell, Ne-YoLOS ANGELES — Beyonce (bee-AHN’-say) will perform at the BET Awards. Queen Latifah to host BET Awards after-party show; Beyonce, T.I. are top nomineesNEW YORK — The party won’t stop after the BET Awards are over, and Queen Latifah (Lah-TEE’-fah) will be around to make sure of it. Beyonce and T.I. lead BET Awards nominees with 5 each; Jamie Foxx to host the showLOS ANGELES — For Beyonce and T.I., No. 1 is followed by five — BET Awards nominations, that is. |